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SUMMARY:Choices – Making Family Memories Together! 🌟
DESCRIPTION:Choices is a fantastic programme for families in Sandwell with children aged 5–12 years\, offering engaging sessions designed to help families spend quality time together while learning new skills and building healthy habits. Enjoy some physical education\, practice emotional health and wellbeing and enjoy learning about nutrition and food. \nWhether you’re looking to get active\, cook together\, support your family’s wellbeing or try something new\, there’s something for everyone. \n📍 Open to families living in Sandwell with children aged 5–12. \n📲 Find out more and book your place:\n🌐 www.bookwhen.com/choices📧 Choices_Sandwell@sandwell.gov.uk📞 0121 569 5100
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/choices-making-family-memories-together-%f0%9f%8c%9f/2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:New Horizons – Grow Your Potential
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to build your confidence\, develop new skills and get support to return to work? \nStarting in September\, the New Horizons programme offers a range of learning\, wellbeing and employment support to help you take your next steps. \nThe programme is open to people aged 19+ who are: \n💼 Long-term unemployed💚 Living with a long-term illness or disability🤝 A Carer \nWhat support is available?\n👥 Face-to-face workshops covering teamwork\, equality and diversity\, communication skills\, maths\, English\, digital skills\, workplace skills\, budgeting and money. \n💚 Health and wellbeing support including resilience\, mindfulness\, self-confidence\, healthy eating\, exercise and fitness\, and first aid. \n📚 Independent learning – depending on the programme you choose\, you can complete online learning at your own pace. There may also be opportunities to find a volunteer placement to gain valuable work experience. \n💼 Employment support including CV writing\, interview skills\, job searching\, careers advice\, work experience and one-to-one mentoring. \nChoose the programme that works for you\nThere are three options available: \n📅 1-week programme📅 6-week programme📅 10-week programme \nYou’ll start with a skills scan\, create an aspirations plan\, complete your programme activities and receive support to identify your next steps. \n📞 Find out more: 0121 556 7426📧 Email: contact_SAFL@sandwell.gov.uk🌐 Visit: www.learnsafl.ac.uk \nIf you’re ready to develop your skills\, improve your wellbeing and explore opportunities to get back into work\, New Horizons could help you grow your potential.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/new-horizons-grow-your-potential/2026-08-11/
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SUMMARY:Walking Netball at Victoria Park
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, friendly way to stay active? Why not give Walking Netball a try? \nWalking Netball is a slower-paced version of the game\, making it suitable for people of all abilities. Whether you’re returning to exercise\, looking to meet new people or simply want to enjoy being active\, everyone is welcome. \n📅 Every Tuesday🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:00am \n📍 Venue:Victoria ParkVictoria RoadTiptonDY4 8SR \nMeeting Point: Playzone\, next to the skate park. \nSessions are led by a qualified coach in a relaxed and supportive environment\, helping participants improve their wellbeing while having fun. \nTo find out more or express your interest\, please email: \n📧 sandwellags@theaws.org
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/walking-netball-at-victoria-park/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, High Street\, Smethwick\, Birmingham\, B66 3NT
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday: Play\, Talk\, Read at Tipton Library
DESCRIPTION:A fun session full of stories\, rhymes and crafts designed especially for children under 5. \n📍 Tipton Library🗓 Every Tuesday⏰ 10:00am \nFree to attend.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/play-talk-read-at-tipton-library/2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Carers Drop-in Tipton Library
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Carers in Sandwell!\n\nAre you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!\n\nOur friendly Sandwell Carers Outreach Advisors are holding drop-in sessions at local Sandwell Libraries. Come and have a free\, confidential chat about your caring role.\n\nOur advisors are there to offer you:\nA Carer’s Wellbeing Check\nPractical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits\nInformation on local support groups and activities\nHelp with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card\nNo need to book—just pop in during the times below!\n 2nd Tuesday of each month\n Glebefields Libary\, St Marks Road\, Tipton\, DY4 0SZ\n⏰ 10.00am – 12.00pm\n\nIf you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s\, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:\n 0121 798 2372\n sandwellcarers.org.uk\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/carers-drop-in-tipton-library-2/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Glebefields Library\, St Marks Road\, Tipton\, DY4 0SZ
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SUMMARY:St Albans Community Centre Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Carers in Sandwell!\n\nAre you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!\n\nOur friendly Sandwell Carers Outreach Advisors are holding drop-in sessions at local Sandwell Libraries. Come and have a free\, confidential chat about your caring role.\n\nOur advisors are there to offer you:\nA Carer’s Wellbeing Check\nPractical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits\nInformation on local support groups and activities\nHelp with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card\nNo need to book—just pop in during the times below!\n\n1st and 2nd Tuesday of every month\n📍St Albans Community Centre\, Smethwick\, B67 7NL\nTime: 10am – 12pm\n\nIf you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s\, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:\n0121 798 2372\nsandwellcarers.org.uk\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/st-albans-community-centre-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:St Albans Community Centre\, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick\, Birmingham\, B67 7NL
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SUMMARY:Go Play Holiday Sessions at Tipton Library!
DESCRIPTION:Come along for a morning of fun\, games and activities! \nNo booking needed—just rock up and play! \n📍 Tipton Library🗓 Tuesdays 11\, 18 & 25 August⏰ 10:00am–12:00pm \nFree holiday activity for families.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/go-play-holiday-sessions-at-tipton-library/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Tipton Library\, Tipton Library\, Victoria Road\, Tipton\, DY4 8SR\, Birmingham\, DY4 8SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Any Girl Netball & Multi-Sports Summer Camps
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an active\, fun-filled way to keep your child entertained this summer? Join Any Girl Netball for their Netball & Multi-Sports Summer Camps\, offering four days of exciting activities\, games and sports in a friendly and inclusive environment. \nThe camps are suitable for children who want to stay active\, make new friends and build confidence while enjoying a variety of sports throughout the week. \nCamp Dates\n\nMonday 4 – Thursday 7 August\nMonday 11 – Thursday 14 August\n\nTime: 10:00am – 2:00pm each day \nVenue\nShireland Collegiate AcademyWaterloo RoadSmethwickB66 4ND \nCost\n\nFree for children eligible for Free School Meals (FSM) through the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.\n£6 per day for non-FSM places.\n\nFood and drinks are included every day. \nBook Your Place\nTo register for a non-FSM place\, scan the QR code on the event poster or visit www.anygirlnetball.co.uk for more information. \nWe encourage families to book early as places are limited.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/any-girl-netball-multi-sports-summer-camps/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Shireland Collegiate Academy\, Waterloo Road Smethwick\, B66 4ND
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Cost of Living Advice Drop-In – Wednesbury Library
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing practical support around bills\, budgeting and energy costs\, which is especially relevant for Carers under financial pressure. \nWednesbury Library Cost of Living Advice Drop In. \nEvery Tuesday 10am-3pm \nWalsall Street\, Wednesbury\, West Midlands\, WS10 9EH \n  \nCost of Living Advice – Drop In at Wednesbury Library – Workshop in Wednesbury\, West Midlands – Visit Sandwell
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/cost-of-living-advice-drop-in-wednesbury-library/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Wednesbury Library\, Walsall Street\, Wednesbury\,\, Wednesbury\, WS10 9EH
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SUMMARY:A full day of Go Play fun!
DESCRIPTION:Start your Thursday at Tipton Library\, then head over to Victoria Park for even more activities. \n📍 Tipton Library (DY4 8SR)⏰ 10:00am–12:00pm \nThen… \n📍 Victoria Park (DY4 8SN)⏰ 1:00pm–3:00pm \nFree sessions—just turn up and join the fun!
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/a-full-day-of-go-play-fun/2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Sandwell Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme – Summer 2026
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to keep your children active\, engaged and having fun over the summer holidays? The Sandwell Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is back for Summer 2026\, offering a fantastic range of activities for eligible children and young people across the borough. \nFrom sports and creative workshops to outdoor adventures and SEND-friendly sessions\, there is something for every child to enjoy. \nWho Can Take Part?\nThe programme is available to school-aged children attending a Sandwell school who receive benefit-related free school meals. \nDates\nTuesday 21 July – Monday 31 August 2026(Excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) \nBookings open: 1 July 2026 \nActivities Available\nChildren can choose from a wide variety of activities\, including: \n\nActivities for primary school children\nActivities for secondary school children\nInclusive activities for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)\nSports\, arts and crafts\, outdoor adventures\, games and much more\n\nActivities take place across all six Sandwell towns\, and families can book sessions at any location within the borough. \nHow to Book\nFor HAF-Eligible FamiliesEligible families will receive a HAF Activity Voucher by email or text message. This includes your child’s unique booking code and a direct link to book free sessions\, which also include a nutritious meal. \nFor All Other FamiliesMany holiday activities are also available for children who are not eligible for the HAF programme. Some activities may have a small charge. \nFind Out More\nVisit the Sandwell Holiday Activities website to browse activities and book your place: \n🌐 https://holidayactivities.sandwell.gov.uk/ \nStay up to date by following Sandwell HAF on Facebook:\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/SandwellHAF \nThis summer\, give your child the opportunity to make new friends\, build confidence\, learn new skills and create lasting memories. \nScan the QR Code for more information
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/sandwell-holiday-activities-and-food-haf-programme-summer-2026/2026-08-11/
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SUMMARY:What is your experience of Sandwell Carers Service?
DESCRIPTION:Carer Event: Have you used Sandwell Carers Service in the last 12 months? Share your experience & ideas to improve support for unpaid Carers \nTuesday 11 August 2026\n10.30 am – 12.30 pm\nBook your free place on Eventbrite \n\n\n\n\nWhat do you think of Sandwell Carers Service? \nCalling Carers in Sandwell – We’d love to hear about your experience and your ideas for improving support for unpaid Carers. \nWe’ll be discussing: \n\nYour experience of accessing our service\nThe support you’ve used and the difference it’s made\nWhat we could improve\nIdeas for our Carers Rights Day event in November\n\nPlease note that this event is for unpaid Carers in Sandwell and not for professionals.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/what-is-your-experience-of-sandwell-carers-service/
LOCATION:St Albans Community Centre\, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick\, Birmingham\, B67 7NL
CATEGORIES:Carers
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SUMMARY:Summer Multisports Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun and active way to keep the children entertained this summer? Join The Active Wellbeing Society for their free Summer Multisports Club\, where children aged 6+ can enjoy a range of exciting sports and games led by friendly TAWS coaches. \nSessions take place every Tuesday throughout the summer\, giving children the chance to get active\, make new friends and have fun in a welcoming environment. \nEvent Details\nWhen: Tuesdays\, 4:00pm – 5:00pm (from 28 July 2026)Where: Oakwood Park\, West Bromwich\, B70 9SHMeet next to the Playzone (basketball cage). \nBooking\nPlaces are free\, but booking is essential. \nTo book or find out more\, email sandwellags@theaws.org.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/summer-multisports-club/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Oakwood Park\, West Bromwich\,\, B70 9SH
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:💻 Mental Health Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Take some time to learn more about mental health and wellbeing with this online Mental Health Awareness session. \nWhether you want to improve your own awareness or feel more confident recognising when someone might need support\, come along and get involved. \n📅 Tuesday 11 August⏰ 6pm–7pm💻 Online \n🔗 The joining link will be sent when you sign up. \nNeed to talk? Need any help? The You OK\, Mate? programme is here to help. \n📞 Call: 0121 726 3983📱 Text ‘MATE’ to: 07821668092 or 85258📧 Email: contactifa@idealforall.co.uk📱 Social media: @idealforall
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/%f0%9f%92%bb-mental-health-awareness/
LOCATION:Online
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