VASL Support for Carers group – Blaby

Support for Carers

VASL Support for Carers group – Blaby

At a Glance

4 August 2026, 14:30 - 16:00
First Tuesday of the month
Organiser: VASL Support for Carers

About the Event

Taking a break from your caring role is vital for your own health and wellbeing, and our Support for Carers group offers the perfect opportunity to do just that. Run by VASL, these groups provide a warm, welcoming, and completely confidential environment where you can step away from your daily responsibilities for a couple of hours. Come along to enjoy a relaxing cuppa, share experiences with peers who truly understand the unique challenges of looking after a loved one, and access expert advice and guidance from our dedicated support team.

Target Audience

This group is specifically for unpaid carers of all ages and backgrounds who are supporting a family member, friend, or neighbour. Whether you have been navigating a caring role for years or have only recently taken on these responsibilities, you are incredibly welcome. No matter who you care for or what their condition is, this is a dedicated space just for you to receive the care and mutual support you deserve.

Location & Accessibility

  • Venue: Countesthorpe Village Hall, Station Road, Countesthorpe, Leicester, LE8 5TB.
  • Availability: Meets monthly on the first Tuesday of the month from 14:30 to 16:00 (2:30 pm – 4 pm).
  • Accessibility: Ground-floor community hall with step-free main entrance access, wide double doors, open, unobstructed flooring, and accessible toilet facilities.

Important Information

A County-Wide Network: Don't forget that VASL hosts dedicated Carers Groups all over Leicestershire! If this location or time doesn't suit, our team can help you find a sister group closer to home.

How to Join: New members are always warmly welcome. To find out more before your first visit, or to chat with our specialist team, please call the Support for Carers team on 01858 468543 or email support@vasl.org.uk.

Cost: Free to attend, with complimentary hot drinks and biscuits provided.

Organiser: VASL Support for Carers

A vital, comprehensive support service dedicated to looking after the unpaid carers who do so much for others. They provide an empathetic listening ear, practical guidance, information on rights and benefits, and host a variety of relaxing social groups where carers can enjoy well-deserved respite, chat with peers, and share experiences.