Sandwell Carers

Greets Green Computer Classes and Digital Skills
2026-04-03 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | Wood Lane Community Centre, 157 Wood Ln,, Birmingham, West Bromwich, B70 9PT
Computer, IT, and Digital Classes, FREE for adults!

Do you want to learn how to use a computer
Learn a new skill
Build your confidence & Motivation
Increase your employment and volunteering chances

The sessions will take place every Friday from 9:30am – 11:00am, at Wood Lane Community Centre, 157 Woodlane, West Bromwich, B70 9PT.
Please email or what’s app your name and number to register on 0121 525 2772 or info@ggce.co.uk.

West Bromwich African Caribbean Dementia Hub Drop-in
2026-04-03 10:30 - 12:00 | West Bromwich African Caribbean Centre, West Bromwich African Caribbean Centre - 48 Stoney Lane, Birmingham, B70 8PN
The Sandwell Dementia Community Service invite you to a monthly support and information session.
It offers a welcoming space to learn more about dementia, ask questions, and connect with others. Each session focuses on a different topic, including understanding dementia, communication, challenging stigma, and ways to stay active and connected within the community.
The group takes place on the first Friday of every month, 10:30am–12:00pm
It is held at West Bromwich African Caribbean Centre – 48 Stoney Lane, B70 8PN

The Friendship Club (Weekly)
2026-04-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-27 10:30 - 11:30 | St Albans Community Centre, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick, Birmingham, B67 7NL
Run by St Albans Community Association, The Friendship Club is a friendly, welcoming weekly group offering a safe space to connect with others, enjoy social activities, and feel supported.
Taking place every Monday, 10:30am–11:30am at St Albans Community Association, Smethwick, the group is open to anyone looking to make new friends, enjoy relaxed conversation, and access light-touch advice and signposting in a judgement-free environment.
A great opportunity to build connections, reduce loneliness, and feel part of your local community.

🗓️ Every Monday
⏰ 10:30am – 11:30am
📍 St Albans Road, Smethwick, B67 7NL
🏷️ FREE

For more information, call 0121 558 0018.
Anyone is welcome, we hope to see you there!

Carers Drop-in West Bromwich
2026-04-06 10:30 - 12:30 | Central Library West Bromwich, Central Library, 316 High Street, West Bromwich, Birmingham, B70 8DZ, United Kingdom
Calling all Carers in Sandwell!

Are you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!

Our 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.

Our advisors are there to offer you:
A Carer’s Wellbeing Check
Practical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits
Information on local support groups and activities
Help with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card
No need to book—just pop in during the times below!
1st Monday of each month
Central Library, West Bromwich, 316 High Street, B70 8DZ
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Smethwick Library, High Street, B66 1AA
Time: 1pm – 3pm
If you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:
0121 798 2372
sandwellcarers.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Carers Drop-in Great Barr Library
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Great Barr Library, Great Barr Library, Birmingham Road, Scott Arms, Birmingham, B43 6NW, United Kingdom
Calling all Carers in Sandwell!

Are you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!

Our 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.

Our advisors are there to offer you:
A Carer’s Wellbeing Check
Practical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits
Information on local support groups and activities
Help with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card
No need to book—just pop in during the times below!
1st Tuesday of each month
Great Barr Library, Birmingham Road, Scott Arms, B43 6NW
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
If you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:
0121 798 2372
sandwellcarers.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Youth Service Easter Holiday Club - April 2026
2026-04-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-08 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Sandwell Deaf Commmunity, New Deaf Centre Summer Street, Birmingham, West Bromwich West Midlands, B71 4JA
Sandwell Deaf Community Association is hosting a FREE Easter Holiday Club for D/deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deafblind, and cochlear implant users aged 8–17. Join us for a fun week of activities, trips, and making new friends!
📅 7–10 April 2026
⏰ 10am – 2pm
Join us in fun activities in various activities!
Trip to Forge Mill Farm – Tuesday 7th
Cycling at Sandwell Aquatics Centre – Wednesday 8th
Visit to Black Country Living Museum – Thursday 9th
Cooking session with Punk Chef – Friday 10th
🍽 Hot and cold food will be provided.
⚠️ Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
📍 Based at Sandwell Deaf Community Association
Click here To register your interest
For more information contact Craig Pothecary (Wellbeing Coach)
✉️ craig_pothecary@sdca.co.uk
📱 07791 921011

Cost of Living Advice Drop-In – Wednesbury Library
2026-04-07 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury,, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH
Ongoing practical support around bills, budgeting and energy costs, which is especially relevant for Carers under financial pressure.
Wednesbury Library Cost of Living Advice Drop In.
Every Tuesday 10am-3pm
Walsall Street, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 9EH

Cost of Living Advice – Drop In at Wednesbury Library – Workshop in Wednesbury, West Midlands – Visit Sandwell

Carers Drop-in Oldbury Library
2026-04-08 10:30 - 12:30 | Rounds Green Library, Rounds Green Library, Martley Road, Oldbury, Birmingham, B69 1DZ
Calling all Carers in Sandwell!

Are you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!

Our 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.

Our advisors are there to offer you:
A Carer’s Wellbeing Check
Practical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits
Information on local support groups and activities
Help with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card
No need to book—just pop in during the times below!
2nd Wednesday of each month
Rounds Green Library, Martley Road, Oldbury, B69 1DZ
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

If you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:
0121 798 2372
sandwellcarers.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Sandwell Carers Service Drop-in
2026-04-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Sandwell Hospital, Lyndon, West Bromwich, B71 4HJ
Are you an unpaid family Carer whose loved one is currently in hospital?
If you help someone because they couldn’t manage without you, you are a Carer – even if you don’t view yourself as one.
Sandwell Carer Service can offer free confidential advice, and support.
Speak one-to-one with an information and advice officer to find out how to register as an Unpaid Family Carer and what support is available for you.
This month, it will be held at Midlands Metropolitan University Hospital, on the 5th floor, outside of the Patient Experience Office. It will be open to anyone from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
Feel free to pop along, share this with anyone it may help, or attend one of the following sessions. They are held every second Wednesday, rotating between Midlands Metropolitan and Sandwell Hospital.

Carers Drop-in Smethwick
2026-04-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Smethwick Library, Smethwick Library, High Street, Smethwick, Birmingham, B66 1AA
Calling all Carers in Sandwell!

Are you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!

Our 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.

Our advisors are there to offer you:
A Carer’s Wellbeing Check
Practical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits
Information on local support groups and activities
Help with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card
No need to book—just pop in during the times below!
2nd Monday of each month
📍Smethwick Library, High Street, B66 1AA
Time: 1pm – 3pm
If you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:
0121 798 2372
sandwellcarers.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Carers Drop-in Tipton Library
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Glebefields Library, St Marks Road, Tipton, DY4 0SZ
Calling all Carers in Sandwell!

Are you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!

Our 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.

Our advisors are there to offer you:
A Carer’s Wellbeing Check
Practical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits
Information on local support groups and activities
Help with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card
No need to book—just pop in during the times below!
2nd Tuesday of each month
Glebefields Libary, St Marks Road, Tipton, DY4 0SZ
⏰ 10.00am – 12.00pm

If you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:
0121 798 2372
sandwellcarers.org.uk

We look forward to seeing you!

Carers Coffee Catch-ups
2026-04-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Online
Join free Carers Coffee Catch-ups on Zoom Mondays & Fridays at 10:30am & Thursdays at 5pm. Connect, share, & find support with fellow carers
Introducing “Carers’ Coffee Catch-ups” by Kissing it Better in partnership with Forward Carers
Join us every Monday and Friday at 10:30 am and Thursdays at 5.00 pm on Zoom for heartwarming conversations and peer support, designed exclusively for caregivers like you!
At Kissing it Better, we understand the tireless efforts and dedication of carers, and we believe you deserve a special space to unwind and connect with others who share similar experiences. That’s why we are delighted to present our “Carers’ Coffee Mornings” – a series of online gatherings crafted just for you!
Grab your favorite tea or coffee, and prepare to be uplifted by the power of community, as you engage with fellow carers from the comfort of your home.
Share your stories, laugh, and find solace in the company of those who understand the challenges and joys of caregiving.
Whether you want to actively participate or simply listen in, with or without your camera on – the choice is entirely yours.
And the best part? It’s absolutely FREE!
Don’t miss this chance to meet new friends, forge meaningful connections, and find the support you deserve as a caregiver.
Every Monday and Friday at 10:30 AM and Thursday at 5PM
Let’s raise our cups to the incredible work you do as caregivers – we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant community!
Register to join here.
Or you can email mail@kibmail.co.uk or call 07831 136152.

Coffee Mates at Cradley Heath Library
2026-04-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Cradley Heath Library, Cradley Heath Library, Upper High Street, Cradley Heath, Sandwell, B64 5JU
On the third Monday of every month, have a hot drink and chat at Cradley Heath Library.
A chance to unwind, relax, and converse with likeminded people, it is a fantastic opportunity to reset at the beginning of the week.
It runs from 11am – 12pm, contact 0121 437 0033 or wellbeing@ageuksandwell.org.uk for more information.

Free Food Sessions - Table For All
2026-04-20 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 | St Albans Community Centre, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick, Birmingham, B67 7NL
Join us for a free community food sessions are open to everyone, offering support with no sign-ups or requirements—just turn up and take what you need. It’s a welcoming space focused on kindness and helping people access food easily.

When:

Mondays: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Thursdays: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Where: Sunley Suite, St Albans Community Association, St Albans Road, Smethwick, B67 7NL
Note: Bring your own bag

Family Coffee Morning – Support for Dementia Carers
2026-04-21 08:00 - 17:00
Welcoming all who may be supporting a loved one with dementia. Come along for a relaxed coffee morning with others. Have a chat, share stories or simply listen.

Location: Queensridge Court, Queensway, Oldbury, B68 0LE
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Occurs every Third Tuesday each month.

Blackheath Library Carers Drop-in
2026-04-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Blackheath Library, Blackheath Library, 145 High Street, Rowley Regis, B65 0EA, Birmingham, B65 0EA, United Kingdom
Every Third Tuesday of the month at Blackheath Library.
Blackheath Library, 145 High Street, Rowley Regis, B65 0EA.
📞 0121 798 2372

Kissing it Better - Coffee catch up(online)
2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Online

Community Network Meetings – Sandwell
2026-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Coneygre Art Centre, Tipton, Birmingham, DY4 8UH
Connect, collaborate, and build stronger communities! Join local professionals, services, and organisations to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and support children, young people, and families across Sandwell. This is am opportunity to share resources and updates.
Who should attend:
Voluntary & community sector partners, local authority teams, schools, health professionals, faith groups, and anyone supporting families in Sandwell.
Where: Rowley & Tipton – Coneygre Art Centre ,Tipton DY4 8UH
When: Wednesday 3rd June 2026 9:30am-12:00pm
Book Your Place : angel@scvo.info or call on 07587 136072
