Sandwell Carers

The Friendship Club (Weekly)
2026-02-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-26 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | 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!

Women's Walking Netball
2026-02-06 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-30 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-23 11:30 - 12:30 | WBA Community Sports Hall, WBA Community Sports Hall, Halfords Lane, Birmingham, B714LG
Free Women’s Walking Netball sessions in association with England Netball and Age UK Sandwell.
The Albion Foundation’s Women’s Indoor Sports Sessions are aimed at helping females enjoy a fun, inclusive sporting environment.
The programme offers flexibility with its sporting offering depending on group preferences.
The sessions run every Friday, from 11;30am – 12:30pm.

🗓️ 11:30 – 12:30pm
📍 WBA Community Sports Hall, Halfords Ln, B71 4LG
🏷️ FREE

For more information contact Chloe Hicks, chloehicks@albionfoundation.co.uk.

West Bromwich African Caribbean Dementia Hub Drop-in
2026-02-06 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

Greets Green Computer Classes and Digital Skills
2026-02-06 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-30 09:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Carers Drop-in Wednesbury Library
2026-02-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury,, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH
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 Wednesday of each month
Wednesbury Library, Walsall Street, Wednesbury, WS10 9EH
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!

Choices Family Cooking
2026-02-03 16:30 - 18:15, 2026-01-27 16:30 - 18:15 | Dorothy Parks Centre, Dorothy Parkes Centre, Smethwick, B67 6EH
Looking for a fun activity to do together as a family? Join FREE Family Cooking sessions with Choices at Dorothy Parkes Centre, Smethwick.
Learn to make simple, tasty meals and enjoy quality time together.

📅 Tuesdays from 27 January
⏰ 4:30–6:15pm
📍 Dorothy Parks Centre, Smethwick, B67 6EH
👧 Suitable for children aged 4+

Book now at www.bookwhen.com/choices.
There are also sessions on Mondays, which can be found here.

Cost of Living Advice Drop-In – Wednesbury Library
2026-02-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-13 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 Great Barr Library
2026-02-03 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!

Choices Family Cooking Event
2026-02-02 16:30 - 18:15, 2026-01-26 16:30 - 18:15 | Dorothy Parks Centre, Dorothy Parkes Centre, Smethwick, B67 6EH
Looking for a fun activity to do together as a family?
Join FREE Family Cooking sessions with Choices at Dorothy Parkes Centre, Smethwick.
Learn to make simple, tasty meals and enjoy quality time together.

📅 Mondays from 26 January
⏰ 4:30–6:15pm
📍 Dorothy Parkes Centre, Smethwick, B67 6EH
👧 Suitable for children aged 4+

To book, visit www.bookwhen.com/choices.
Sessions will also run on Tuesdays, and can be found here.

Carers Drop-in West Bromwich
2026-02-02 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!

Spring/Summer Community Events – Sandwell Museums
2026-02-01
Upcoming open days, accessible sessions and community activities that would be useful for Carers planning day trips or respite time.
Sandwell Museums (from Feb 2026)
Get involved – activities and what’s on at Sandwell Museums | Sandwell Council

Men's Mental Health and Community Event
2026-01-30 10:30 - 12:30 | Jubilee Park Community Centre, Jubilee Park Community Centre, Powis Avenue, Tipton, Birmingham, DY4 0RJ
Join for a relaxed community session as part of the You OK Mate? campaign, delivered in partnership with local organisations to support men’s health and wellbeing.
This friendly drop-in event is a chance for men to come together, have a cuppa, and talk – whether you’re feeling stressed, worried about a mate, or just want to connect with others. There’s no pressure and no judgement, just time, space and support.
You’ll be able to:

Talk in confidence with trained staff

Find out about local support and services

Meet others from the community

Take a break and enjoy tea, coffee and light refreshments

Let’s get men talking in Sandwell!
📍 Jubilee Parks Community Centre, Powis Avenue, Tipton, DY4 ORJ🗓 Friday 30 January 2026⏰ 10.30am – 12.30pm

Men's Mental Health and Wellbeing Community Event
2026-01-26 13:30 - 15:00 | Tipton Muslim Community Centre, Tipton Muslim Community Centre, Wellington Road, Birmingham, DY4 8RS
Join for a relaxed community session as part of the You OK Mate? campaign, delivered in partnership with local organisations to support men’s health and wellbeing.
This friendly drop-in event is a chance for men to come together, have a cuppa, and talk – whether you’re feeling stressed, worried about a mate, or just want to connect with others. There’s no pressure and no judgement, just time, space and support.
You’ll be able to:

Talk in confidence with trained staff

Find out about local support and services

Meet others from the community

Take a break and enjoy tea, coffee and light refreshments

Let’s get men talking in Sandwell!
📍 Bangladeshi Women’s Association, Tipton Muslim Community Centre🗓 Monday 26 January 2026⏰ 1.30pm – 3.00pm

Buds Family Coffee Morning
2026-01-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Queensridge Court, Queensridge Court, Queensway, Oldbury, B68 0LE, B68 0LE
Do you have a family member living with dementia?
Come along to Bud’s coffee morning to receive support, meet other people, get information and advice, andhave a break.
The coffee morning takes place at Queensridge Court, Queensway, Oldbury B68 0LE.
It will be held on Tuesday 20th January, 10.30am–12.30pm.
This is a relaxed, friendly space to enjoy a cuppa and a chat, share experiences, and connect with others who understand. You’ll find support, empathy and practical advice — and you’re very welcome to pop in for the whole session or just for a short while.
Future dates: Tuesday 17th February and Tuesday 17th March (10.30am–12.30pm).
For more information, contact Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell (BUDS) on 0121 565 3721 or visit buds.co.uk.

Blackheath Library Carers Drop-in
2026-01-20 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

Sandwell Carers Service Drop-in
2026-01-14 13:30 - 15:00 | Midlands Metropolitan University Hospital, Grove Lane, Smethwick, B66 2QT
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 Oldbury Library
2026-01-14 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!

Carers Drop-in Tipton Library
2026-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Tipton Library, Tipton Library, Victoria Road, Tipton, DY4 8SR, Birmingham, DY4 8SR, 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!
2nd Tuesday of each month
Tipton Library, Victoria Road, Tipton, DY4 8SR
Time: 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 Drop-in Smethwick
2026-01-12 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!
