Parents and Carers Events
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| Every week from Monday 10th November until Monday 16th February 2026
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Free Wellbeing Programme for Men
The Men's Wellbeing Programme is a new 12-week wellbeing programme for men aged 20-59.
The next programmes run on Mondays and are:-
Monday 3rd March 2025 - Monday 9th June 2025 - Melksham Forest
Monday 17th March 2025 until Monday 14th July 2025 - Trowbridge, evening sessions
Monday 14th July 2025 - Monday 6th October 2025 - Devizes (with Marlborough pickup)
Monday 10th November 2025 Monday - 16th February 2026 - Chippenham
What's In Store:
• Nature-based activities including green woodworking, practical conservation and bushcraft skills
• Confidence building
• Connection with others
• Techniques to help manage anxiety, stress and depression
For more information contact:-
Tel:- 07702 802961
Email:- wellbeing@wiltshirewildlife.org,
or view information on the [Wiltshire Wildlife website].
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| Wednesday 26th November 2025
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Bookings for the WPCC’s 2025 Early Years and Primary SEND Information Event are Now Open!
We are delighted to announce that we are taking bookings for the WPCC’s Next Information Event - theme: Early Years and Primary. This event will take place on Wednesday 26th November 2025 at The Corn Exchange, Devizes. This event will run from 9.30am to 2.00pm (Registrations from 9.30am, event starts at 10.00am).
Information Stands from 37 different services!
There will be a Market Place of information containing 37 Information Stands for attendees to explore. We hope there will be something there for everyone, with stands covering a wide range of information about SEND services in Wiltshire.
Service Update
A brief 'hot off the press'/service update at 10am on how the new Short Breaks Scheme is coming together.
Information Workshop
Colleagues from Wiltshire Council will be talking about Right Support, Right Time.
FREE Tea/Coffee and a Buffet Lunch for attendees!
There will be a refreshment area open throughout the event where you can grab a free cup of tea or coffee while chatting with other parent carers. And a simple buffet sandwich lunch will also be provided FREE for attendees. Attendees are welcome to bring their own refreshments or lunch if they prefer.
Parent carers will also be able to claim car parking, travel and childcare expenses if attending the event.
See the [Pre-Event Information Booklet] for more information on which services will be there with an information stand, the content of the free information workshop and the service update, and about what to expect from the event.
Please share information about our event with everyone you know, we would love to welcome as many people as possible. See flyer below for further details.
To go straight to the booking form, click [BOOK].
If you need help with completing the booking form or have any questions about the event please give us a call on 01225 764647 (Option 1).
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| Information fairs for ages
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| Every week from Thursday 6th November until Thursday 18th December 2025
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Friendship Chat Café
open every Thursday morning 10:00-12:00 pm
Open Door Warminster run four chat cafés, these are friendly, welcoming groups where you can connect with other people who genuinely understand how you are feeling – whether that’s feeling lonely, dealing with cancer or struggling with grief.
Over a hot drink you can simply talk about whatever matters to you in that moment.
All groups are held at the fully accessible Athenaeum Centre, 18-20 High Street, Warminster, BA12 9AE. They are drop-in and completely free.
Have a look at their [website] for more information.
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| Other for ages
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| Thursday 27th November 2025
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Free online Webinar - Supporting Siblings and the Sibling Relationship when a Child is Autistic or has a Learning Disability
Cerebra are offering a free lunchtime webinar is for parents, carers and professionals that support families.
The sibling relationship is often an important one. When you have more than one child, you may spend time encouraging positive sibling relationships and supporting siblings and their relationships. This may require additional understanding when a child in the family is autistic or has a learning disability.
Dr Louise Rixon and Julie Tattersfield will draw on research findings and personal experiences to discuss the sibling relationship when one child is autistic or has a learning disability and what we can do to support siblings and their relationships.
Useful sources of support for siblings, parents and carers will be shared.
Thursday 27th November - 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Please book your place by completing this [Online Webinar Booking Form]
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| Other for ages
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| Thursday 27th November 2025
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The dates for the face-to-face groups can be found [HERE].
Parent Carer Virtual Groups in 2025
Informal and friendly online meeting. Chat and connect with other Parent Carers.
• Thursday 25th September 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 23rd October 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 27th November 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 18th December 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
For the virtual sessions, please email jo.hiller-culley@carerstogetherwiltshire.org.uk for the link.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 28th November 2025
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| Friday 28th November 2025
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Understanding Wiltshire’s Needs Led Approach for Children and Young People who may be Neurodivergent – November Information Sessions
Families are now required to follow the Needs Led Approach if they are considering the Neurodevelopmental Pathway assessment process for their child or young person.
The Needs Led Approach is an holistic approach to support and empower families in a creative way that aims to help everyone to understand whether an assessment will meet the needs that have been identified.
To aid families’ understanding of the Needs Led approach in Wiltshire, the WPCC is running information sessions for families. The next sessions in November will take place as follows:-
• Tidworth on Friday 7th November 2025 from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Tidworth Civic Centre, Wylye Rd, Tidworth SP9 7QQ
• Calne on Friday 28th November 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm at Carlton Business Centre, Carlton House, Maundrell Road, Calne, SN11 9PU
Join Sam and Laura from the WPCC, for an opportunity to learn more about the Needs Led Approach and ask questions about the steps. Free refreshments will be provided.
Can’t make any of these sessions or the locations aren’t convenient?
The WPCC will be running more of these community information sessions around Wiltshire over the coming months; keep an eye on our newsletter for details of future sessions.
This session is for parent carers only. Places are restricted to 30 people, so please book your place early to avoid disappointment.
For more information, please see the following poster.
Booking is essential:- To book your place, click [HERE].
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 1st December 2025
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The date for the next Trowbridge group is:
• Monday 1st December - 10:30am - 12:00pm, Cesar's Coffee, 29 The Gateway, Bythesea Road, Trowbridge BA14 8FZ
No need to book.
For future dates and groups in other areas, please click [HERE]
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 1st December 2025
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Creative Carers - Salisbury
Drop in and join us for a creative art/crafts session led by talented volunteers. No experience of crafts is necessarily – come along and enjoy some time to yourself, learn some new crafts and techniques and meet other unpaid carers. We meet on the first Monday of every month.
Take a look at their [Facebook page]
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 1st December 2025
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FREE First Aid Awareness Sessions
Learn about basic first aid from St John’s Ambulance trained Volunteers. These will be offered throughout 2025 at a variety of locations. No booking is required. Just drop in.
November & December sessions:-
November:-
Mere Library - Friday 7th November, 10.00am - 2.00pm. All welcome.
Salisbury Library - Friday 21st November, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
December:-
Tidworth Library - Monday 1st December, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
Warminster Library - Thursday 18th December, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
More information on all courses/events available from the Family Hubs, please visit the [Family Hubs website].
If you have any questions please call 0800 9704669 or email:- WiltshireFamilyHubs@spurgeons.org
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| Other for ages
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| Monday 1st December 2025
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South Wiltshire National Autistic Society Return to Face-to Face Support Meetings
South Wiltshire National Autistic Society have returned to face-to-face support meetings. The aim of the group is to provide individuals, friends and family help, support and information with all aspects of the spectrum and is open to all ages. The group meets on the 1st Monday of the month (expect bank holidays, then it will be the following Monday)
Where: Tesco community room, Southampton Road, Salisbury.
When: 1st Monday of the month, 7.00pm - 9.00pm
For more information, please call 07795368113, Email: southwiltshire.branch@nas.org.uk, visit the [NAS Website] or the South Wilts NAS Branch [Facebook page].
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The date for the next Salisbury group is:
• Wednesday 3rd December - 10:30am - 12:00pm, Cosy Club, 49 New Street, Salisbury SP1 2PH
No need to book.
For future dates and groups in other areas, please click [HERE]
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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FREE Game Evening for Unpaid Carers - Warminster
Carer Support Wiltshire is celebrating the September opening of a brand-new peer support group for all unpaid carers. The group is focused on all things gaming – from board games, tabletop games, to models & paints.
When:- Every 1st Wednesday of the month from 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Where:- Factorum, Unit 34-36 Deverill Road Trading Estate, Warminster BA12 7BZ.
Through this Gaming Evening, Carers Support Wiltshire want to help unpaid carers create and bond with a community of like-minded individuals that understand the realities of being an unpaid carer. They also want to give carers the opportunity to simply relax, unwind and make friends with similar hobbies.
Within their game nights there are also opportunities for carers who simply wish for some alone time to focus on themselves while doing something fun. Importantly, it’s not just the activity that makes this monthly evening stand out from the crowd. The event is open not only to carers but also to the individuals they support, who are warmly invited to join in the activities. No booking, preparation or experience is required, carers and their cared for can simply drop in and enjoy the evening.
Please see their flyer for further information
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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The Haven - Corsham
The Haven is a free parent support group for families with any neurodivergent children/ young people (ADHD, autism, Tourette’s Syndrome, dyspraxia and dyslexia). It’s a place where parent carers can share experiences and strategies together.
The group is led by Debbie Riall who previously worked as an autism specialist. She has also written a number of books relating to autism which offer practical strategies for both families and professionals.
The Haven runs one morning each month at Rudloe Community Centre, Corsham and there is also a monthly evening group at Corsham Baptist Church.
For session dates and more information, please see the poster below and contact Debbie at:- theautrm1@gmail.com
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| Other for ages
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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Makaton Level 1 Course
An introduction to signs and symbols to support everyday communication in your setting or home.
Taking place on Wednesday 3 December 2025 from 09:30 - 16:00 at Downton Memorial Centre, The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3NB.
The course cost is £90. This includes light refreshments, full course material and a certificate.
Please contact Sonia Sansom on 07817 160793 or soniasansom@hotmail.com to find out more or to reserve a place.
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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Makaton Level 1 Course
An introduction to signs and symbols to support everyday communication in your setting or home.
Taking place on Wednesday 3 December 2025 from 09:30 - 16:00 at Downton Memorial Centre, The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, SP5 3NB.
The course cost is £90. This includes light refreshments, full course material and a certificate.
Please contact Sonia Sansom on 07817 160793 or soniasansom@hotmail.com to find out more or to reserve a place.
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| Wednesday 3rd December 2025
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Social Prescriber Drop-in Trowbridge Library
First Wednesday of the month 9:30-12:30
Are you an adult who is struggling to manage your health and wellbeing? Your social prescriber from the local GP surgery may be able to help you.
Drop into Trowbridge library on the first Wednesday of the month to find out more. Social prescribers can put you in touch with the people and activities that might help you to feel better. This could be an introduction to a community group, a new activity or a local club. Or support to find legal advice or debt counselling.
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| Friday 5th December 2025
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Understanding Wiltshire’s Needs Led Approach for Children and Young People who may be Neurodivergent – November & December Information Sessions
Families are now required to follow the Needs Led Approach if they are considering the Neurodevelopmental Pathway assessment process for their child or young person.
The Needs Led Approach is an holistic approach to support and empower families in a creative way that aims to help everyone to understand whether an assessment will meet the needs that have been identified.
To aid families’ understanding of the Needs Led approach in Wiltshire, the WPCC is running information sessions for families. The next session in November will take place as follows:-
• Calne on Friday 28th November 2025 from 10:30am to 12:30pm at Carlton Business Centre, Carlton House, Maundrell Road, Calne, SN11 9PU
• Pewsey on Friday 5th December 2025 from 10.30am to 12.30pm at The Vale Community Campus, Wilcot Road, Pewsey, SN9 5EL
Venue details are also on the booking form.
Join Sam and Laura from the WPCC, for an opportunity to learn more about the Needs Led Approach and ask questions about the steps. Free refreshments will be provided.
Can’t make any of these sessions or the locations aren’t convenient?
The WPCC will be running more of these community information sessions around Wiltshire over the coming months; keep an eye on our newsletter for details of future sessions.
This session is for parent carers only. Places are restricted to 30 people, so please book your place early to avoid disappointment.
For more information, please see the poster (NDI Community Sessions Poster – November & December 2025).
Booking is essential:- To book your place, click [HERE].
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| Monday 8th December 2025
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A new Social Prescribing drop-in session, headed up by the Social Prescribing Team across both Roundstone Surgery and Trowbridge Health Centre has been launched.
The team have just launched a second drop in held at the Civic Centre on the second Monday of the month from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
These drop-in sessions are in addition to the existing monthly drop in at Trowbridge Library, which is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 9:30am-12:30pm.
The sessions are designed to allow individuals to drop-in and learn more about Social Prescribing without receiving a formal referral. During the session the team are able to signpost individuals to local community groups and resources, assist with paperwork and form filling and also discuss if longer term, more formal support would be beneficial.
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| Other for ages
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| Friday 12th December 2025
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| Monday 15th December 2025
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Exploring Conflict Resolution (Chippenham)
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| Tuesday 16th December 2025
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The Haven - Corsham
The Haven is a free parent support group for families with any neurodivergent children/ young people (ADHD, autism, Tourette’s Syndrome, dyspraxia and dyslexia). It’s a place where parent carers can share experiences and strategies together.
The group is led by Debbie Riall who previously worked as an autism specialist. She has also written a number of books relating to autism which offer practical strategies for both families and professionals.
The Haven runs one morning each month at Rudloe Community Centre, Corsham and there is also a monthly evening group at Corsham Baptist Church.
For session dates and more information, please see the poster below and contact Debbie at:- theautrm1@gmail.com
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| Tuesday 16th December 2025
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Meet and Chat to other Carers in Salisbury
If you are an unpaid carer who finds it difficult to attend daytime groups, Carer Corner may be just what you are looking for.
Carer Corner is new initiative that is being offered in partnership between Carers Together Wiltshire and Alabaré Riverside Sanctuary.
Come along for a chat, relax and catch-up with other unpaid carers; it’s all about connecting, having fun and looking after your mental well-being!
No need to book – just turn up on the day.
Please Note:- New visitors to the Sanctuary will need to register on arrival.
Carer Corner takes place at:- Riverside Sanctuary, 2 Watt Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire from 7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Next sessions:-
• Tuesday 18th November 2025
• Tuesday 16th December 2025
For more details and to double-check dates, please visit their [website]
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| Wednesday 17th December 2025
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The date for the next Devizes group is:
• Wednesday 17th December - 10:30am - 12:00pm, The Bear Hotel, 2-3 The Market Place, Devizes SN10 1HS
No need to book.
For future dates and groups in other areas, please click [HERE]
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| Thursday 18th December 2025
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FREE First Aid Awareness Sessions
Learn about basic first aid from St John’s Ambulance trained Volunteers. These will be offered throughout 2025 at a variety of locations. No booking is required. Just drop in.
November & December sessions:-
November:-
Mere Library - Friday 7th November, 10.00am - 2.00pm. All welcome.
Salisbury Library - Friday 21st November, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
December:-
Tidworth Library - Monday 1st December, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
Warminster Library - Thursday 18th December, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Adults only.
More information on all courses/events available from the Family Hubs, please visit the [Family Hubs website].
If you have any questions please call 0800 9704669 or email:- WiltshireFamilyHubs@spurgeons.org
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| Thursday 18th December 2025
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[Community First] is working in partnership with [Age UK Wiltshire], Alzheimer’s Support, Wiltshire Service Users Network, Citizens Advice Wiltshire and Wessex Community Action, under the umbrella, ‘Carers Together Wiltshire’.
Community First will be hosting parent carer support groups both face to face and online each month. In addition to this, from April 2025 onwards Carers Together Wiltshire will be working in partnership with Carer Support Wiltshire to support them in running some of their carer cafes and support groups. This includes supporting them to run their monthly parent Carer group from the Bear Hotel in Devizes.
The dates for the face-to-face groups can be found [HERE].
Parent Carer Virtual Groups in 2025
Informal and friendly online meeting. Chat and connect with other Parent Carers.
• Thursday 25th September 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 23rd October 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 27th November 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
• Thursday 18th December 2025 (7:00pm-8:00pm. Drop in)
For the virtual sessions, please email jo.hiller-culley@carerstogetherwiltshire.org.uk for the link.
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