Sandwell Carers

St Albans Carers Forum: Shaping Sandwell Carers Service Website
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | St Albans Community Centre, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick, Birmingham, B67 7NL
Are you an unpaid Carer in Sandwell?
Come along and share your ideas on proposed changes to Sandwell Carers Service’s website. We want to make sure the website includes the information you need. Additionally, we’d love to hear your ideas for a Carers Week event that will be held in June.
Why attend?

Feel seen and heard

Help shape the service

Meet other Carers

Free refreshments

🗓️ 25/02/2026
⏰ 10am – 12 noon
📍 St Albans Community Centre, B67, 7NL
The Forum runs Quarterly, and has a new theme on each occasion. Read more about the Forum below.
A New Kind of Community: Inside the Carers Forum Changing Lives
Caring for someone—whether a child, an adult, a neighbour, or a loved one—can be one of the most meaningful roles a person takes on. But it can also be exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming. That’s exactly why the Carers Forum was created: to give carers a place where they don’t have to carry everything alone.
This isn’t just another meeting. It’s a warm, welcoming space designed for all carers, whether you’re a formal carer or someone who stepped into the role out of necessity. The forum brings together people who get it—people who understand the late nights, the emotional load, the juggling act, and the quiet victories that come with caring.
A Space to Talk, Share, and Be Heard:
At the heart of the Carers Forum is connection. Carers can meet peers, swap stories, and talk openly about the challenges they face. It’s a rare chance to speak freely without judgement, surrounded by others who truly understand.
Support That Goes Beyond Conversation:
The forum isn’t just about discussion, but it’s also a gateway to practical help. Carers can be signposted or referred to other agencies for specialist support, advice, or resources. Whether someone needs guidance, reassurance, or a new direction, the forum helps them find the right path.
Comfort, Warmth, and a Moment to Breathe:
Every session offers free refreshments in a cosy, comfortable environment. It’s a small gesture with a big impact: a reminder that carers deserve care too. A hot drink, a relaxed atmosphere, and a friendly face can make all the difference.
More Than a Forum—A Lifeline:
The Carers Forum is becoming a vital community hub, giving carers the space, support, and solidarity they often struggle to find elsewhere. It’s a place to recharge, reconnect, and remember that no one has to navigate the caring journey alone.

Greets Green Computer Classes and Digital Skills
2026-02-27 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-06 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-13 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-20 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-27 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.

The Friendship Club (Weekly)
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-23 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
2026-03-02 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!

Carers Drop-in Great Barr Library
2026-03-03 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!

Cost of Living Advice Drop-In – Wednesbury Library
2026-03-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-24 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 Wednesbury Library
2026-03-04 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!

West Bromwich African Caribbean Dementia Hub Drop-in
2026-03-06 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

Carers Drop-in Smethwick
2026-03-09 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
2026-03-10 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!

Afro Caribbean and Asian Health and Social Care Network
2026-03-10 10:00 - 14:30 | Thomas Street West Bromwich B70 6LY
Afro Caribbean and Asian Health and Social Care Network – Unpaid Carers Event
Unpaid Carers from across Birmingham are invited to join the Afro Caribbean and Asian Health and Social Care Network for a dedicated event focused on rights, recognition and community voice.
This free event will bring together unpaid Carers, families, friends and supporters in a welcoming and culturally inclusive space.
The session will focus on understanding your rights, strengthening your voice, and connecting with others who share lived experience. It is an opportunity to feel recognised, informed and empowered — because caring is powerful, and so is knowing your power.

🗓️ Tuesday 10th March
📍 Thomas Street, West Bromwich, B70 6LY
⏰ 10:30am – 2:00pm

Free entry. Refreshments provided.

Carers Drop-in Oldbury Library
2026-03-11 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
2026-03-11 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.

Coffee Mates at Cradley Heath Library
2026-03-16 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.

Coseley Library Drop-in
2026-03-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Coseley Library, Castle Street, Bilston, West Midlands, Birmingham, WV14 9DW
Coseley Library are opening their doors to allow people a warm space to enjoy friendly chat, have a cuppa, or just charge a phone.
Feel free to drop in anytime on Mondays between 2pm-4pm.

Blackheath Library Carers Drop-in
2026-03-17 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

Buds Family Coffee Morning
2026-03-17 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 17th March 2026, 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.
For more information, contact Better Understanding of Dementia for Sandwell (BUDS) on 0121 565 3721 or visit buds.co.uk.

Liver Health Checks West Bromwich
2026-03-23 09:00 - 14:30 | The Lyng Health Centre, The Lyng Health Centre, Frank Fisher Way, West Bromwich, West Midlands, Birmingham, B70 7AW, United Kingdom
Monday 23rd March, 9am – 2:30pm at the Lyng Health Centre
The Community Liver Health Checks (CLHC) pilot programme is currently running across the West Midlands, aimed at identifying people at higher risk of liver disease and liver cancer.
This programme supports the NHS Long Term Plan ambition to diagnose cancers earlier and focuses on prevention, early detection, and reducing health inequalities.
As part of this work, they use a mobile liver health bus equipped to provide FibroScan assessments and related checks for eligible adults in the community. These checks are non-invasive and help identify early liver damage so that people can be referred for appropriate follow-up and surveillance where needed.
Eligibility Criteria:

Adults aged 18-75 with alcohol consumption greater than 14 units per week
Adults aged 18-75 with a history of Hepatitis B or C
Adults aged over 50 with MASLD (fatty liver disease)
Adults aged over 50 with Type II diabetes and a BMI over 30 (or over 27, depending on ethnicity)

Just turn up, no appointment needed! Please see and share attached ‘Lyng health centre’ and ‘Liver Health Checks Lyng’.
The liver bus will also be visiting the below towns:

9 March – Oldbury, Civic Square
9 April – Cradley Heath, Salvation Army
14 April – Wednesbury Leisure Centre
