Carers Week 2025 marks the 3rd birthday for local carers centres in Hastings and Uckfield, with over 350 carers making use of them since opening. Carers told us that they were looking for services ‘closer to home’ in these areas, and the centres have proved to be incredibly successful.
Hastings carers reflect…
“I attend 2 to 4 classes a week and also take my husband with dementia a couple of times a week. We enjoy the Carers Fun and Fitness. It’s been especially beneficial to meet up with other carers. Of course, we also make a lot of use of the café.”
“The centre is my lifeline, giving me time just for me to help my physical and mental health.”
What’s coming up in Hastings?
Our local centre is based at Isabel Blackman Centre (IBC) in Old Town (close to the seafront).
Join us for our weekly Fun and Active Together class (for carers and those they look after to enjoy gentle exercise together) on Wednesdays from 3pm – 3.45pm. Bookable through IBC on 01424 235535.
Fancy some pampering? Book a free Hand Massage, Coffee and Cake in partnership with A Touch of Gentleness CIC. Fourth Friday of the month between 10.30am and 12.30pm. To book email info@cftc.org.uk or call 01323 738390.
We have 20 fully funded year-long Carers Activity and Wellbeing Passes available for carers over 50 to use at the centre providing access to all that is on offer. Contact Mark Townsend to find out more: marktownsend@cftc.org.uk or call 01323 738390.
Uckfield carers reflect…
“Thank you for a lovely afternoon with some new carers who were delightful. I learnt so many useful bits of information. I will look forward to our next get together.”
“Today was just wonderful, the magical music, the fabulous food and the camaraderie. I can’t thank you and the team enough for your hard work, kindness, caring, understanding and for providing such an amazing day for us all.”
What’s coming up in Uckfield?
Music and Movement Together, with Movingsounds: for carers and those they look after, Thursdays 19th June and 17th July from 1pm – 3pm
Mosaic Making for Carers: Tuesdays 20th and 27th May, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Photography in Focus: Tuesdays 17th and 24th June, 1st, 15th July, 1pm – 3pm
Floristry for Carers: Thursday 31st July, 10.30am – 12.30pm
To book any of these please contact Mark Townsend, marktownsend@cftc.org.uk or call 01323 738390
Live further afield? Uckfield Centre offers free parking; all carers are welcome.
