Fri, 27 Sept
|Sutton Civic Offices
Sutton Carers Conference
Carers of all ages and professionals are invited for all or part of the day! Join guest speakers, get involved in group discussions and opportunities to feed into Sutton's new Carers Strategy, and enjoy wellbeing activities, refreshments and entertainment to celebrate SCC's 30th Anniversary!
Time & Location
27 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 19:00
Sutton Civic Offices, St Nicholas Way, Sutton SM1 1EA, UK
About the Event
PLEASE NOTE., MORNING SESSION IS NOW FULLY BOOKED.
In partnership with Sutton Council, we are excited to invite you to an event where you can help feed into Sutton's new Carers Strategy and help us celebrate SCC's 30th Anniversary of incorporation! Â
This promises to be an amazing event for Carers of all ages alongside local professionals who work with unpaid Carers and those they care for. Join guest speakers, topical workshops to discuss many of the issues affecting Carers and enjoy our celebrations too! Â
If you need any help, for example with travel or covering care, let us know so we can support you to attend.
- Guest speakers
- Consultation topical breakout roomsÂ
- Lunch/ refershments
- Information and Wellbeing zones
- YC and working Carers evening from 4.30pm
The day's schedule is planned as follows*:
9-9.30am - Registration, tea, coffee, breakfast pastries, collect your Conference Schedule & name badgeÂ
10am - 1pm - Morning session (FULLY BOOKED) Â including guest speaker Kirsty McHugh, Carers Trust CEO and breakout rooms relating to Carer type, e.g. Parent, Mental HealthÂ
1-1.45pm - Lunch
2-4.15pm - Afternoon Session (including speakers and consultation workshops)
4.30 - 7pm - Ideal for all including Young Carers, Young Adult Carers and those who are not able to attend during the day, e.g. due to work, including hand massages, Â facepainting, socialising, entertainment, and wellbeing space and taster sessions::
- 4.30pm Wing Chun Kung Fu: Join us for an exhilarating introduction to Wing Chun, the renowned martial art developed for practical self-defence. This 40 min taster session offers a perfect opportunity to learn from experienced instructors in a supportive environment. All ages welcome. Please sign-up on the RSVP form.
- 5.15pm Tai Chi style Relaxation & Movement Session: Experience deep relaxation and gentle movement in our 40-minute taster class. Designed for all levels, this session combining slow, flowing movements with mindful breathing to help reduce stress, improve balance, and enhance overall well-being. All ages welcome. Please sign-up on the RSVP form.
Please RSVP your interest to attend the morning, afternoon, evening, or the whole day. Â
*please note, schedule is subject to variation