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🛡️ NEW: Fraud Protection Session 🛡️
Join the Economic Crime Team from Merseyside Police for a FREE, informative session to help you stay safe and protect yourself and the person you care for from fraud and scams.
Did you know 1 in 4 of us becomes a victim of fraud? This session will help you know it, spot it, and stop it.
This session will cover:
🚚 Courier fraud
❤️ Romance fraud
🚪 Door to door/bogus traders
💬 'Hi Mum' fraud
🪙 Investment fraud
🛡️ Preventative measures
❓ What to do if you are unsure
📄 How to report fraud
➕ Plus much more
📅 Wednesday 12th August
🕐 10am – 12pm
📍 St James Centre, 344 Laird Street, Birkenhead, CH41 7AL
Delivered by the Fraud Protect Coordinator of Merseyside Police.
⚠️ Booking is essential.
💜 Know an unpaid carer who'd benefit from this? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
📞 0151 670 0777
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🧘 Have you tried our Carers Yoga sessions? 🧘
Elevate your wellbeing with our transformative yoga classes, FREE to unpaid carers registered with WIRED. Join us every Tuesday for a journey of self-care and relaxation, either face-to-face or online. 💜
🧘 Every Tuesday, 11am – 12:30pm
🧎 Equipment provided for face-to-face sessions
☕ Complimentary hot drinks for face-to-face sessions
💬 Stay and chat to other carers and one of our Carer Link Workers afterwards
📍 Face-to-face: All Things Must Pass Centre for Wellness, 134 Borough Road, Wallasey, CH44 6NH
💻 Online: How to join on Zoom:
Meeting: ID 771 767 3139
Passcode: 1008
💜 Know a carer who could use some calm in their week? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
🌐 wired.me.uk/carer-support/carers-yoga/
📞 0151 670 0777
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🔥 Fire Risk Awareness Session 🔥
WIRED, in partnership with Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service, is offering a FREE session for unpaid carers. Join us to learn simple steps to keep you and the person you care for safe at home.
We'll cover:
🔥 How to prevent fires at home
🧴 The hidden dangers of moisturising creams
🚨 What to do in an emergency
💡 Top tips and expert advice
❓ Q&A, ask the experts your questions
☕ Free refreshments provided
📅 Friday 28th August
🕐 10am – 12pm
📍 St James Centre, 344 Laird Street, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH41 6HY
⚠️ Places are limited, booking is essential.
💜 Know an unpaid carer who'd benefit from this? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
📞 0151 670 0777
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📜 Wills and Trusts Advice Session 📜
In partnership with Morecrofts Solicitors, WIRED is offering unpaid carers registered with WIRED a FREE session on Wills and Trusts advice.
If you need advice on Wills, Probate, Power of Attorney, or Trusts, this session is for you!
📅 Wednesday 2nd September
🕐 10am – 12pm
📍 WIRED, St James Centre, 344 Laird Street, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH41 6HY
⚠️ Please note, spaces fill up fast for these sessions, so please book soon to avoid disappointment!
💜 Know an unpaid carer who could use this advice? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book or find out more:
📞 0151 670 0777
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Building a financially stronger community starts with sharing the right information.
Throughout this month, visitors to Number Seven Birkenhead can pick up free resources from us and Stop Loan Sharks England - packed with practical advice on staying safe from illegal lenders and building financial resilience.
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🧘 Have you tried our Carers Yoga sessions? 🧘
Elevate your wellbeing with our transformative yoga classes, FREE to unpaid carers registered with WIRED. Join us every Tuesday for a journey of self-care and relaxation, either face-to-face or online. 💜
🧘 Every Tuesday, 11am – 12:30pm
🧎 Equipment provided for face-to-face sessions
☕ Complimentary hot drinks for face-to-face sessions
💬 Stay and chat to other carers and one of our Carer Link Workers afterwards
📍 Face-to-face: All Things Must Pass Centre for Wellness, 134 Borough Road, Wallasey, CH44 6NH
💻 Online: How to join on Zoom:
Meeting: ID 771 767 3139
Passcode: 1008
📅 Next session: Tuesday 4th August
💜 Know a carer who could use some calm in their week? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
🌐 wired.me.uk/carer-support/carers-yoga/
📞 0151 670 0777
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📌 Your August Calendar is here! 📌
Everything happening for unpaid carers this August, all in one place. Free sessions, practical support, and friendly groups, every one of them free.
🧵 Wed 5th – Crafty Sew 'n' Sew
🛡️ Wed 12th – Fraud Awareness Session
🧠 Thu 13th – Dementia Awareness Training
🧵 Wed 19th – Crafty Carers Club
🔥 Fri 28th – Fire Safety Session
Plus every week and fortnight:
🧘 Carers Yoga – Every Tuesday
☕ Wallasey Support Group – 13th & 27th August
📋 West Kirby Drop-in – Thursday 20th August
💜 Save this post so you've always got this month's dates to hand, and tag a carer who might need to see it too.
Book your FREE place:
📞 0151 670 0777
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CARERS SOCIAL
Every Wednesday - 10:30 a.m. to Noon
CARERS CONNECTION CENTRE
Greasby Library, CH49 3AT
Don't feel alone when caring, come and meet the Carer Volunteers.
It's a confidential safe space.
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🧵 NEW! Introducing Crafty Sew 'n' Sew 🧵
We're launching a brand new sewing group, and you're invited to be there from the very first session! A friendly, supportive space for unpaid carers to learn new skills, get creative, and meet others. 💜
✂️ Beginner friendly, no experience needed!
🧵 Learn simple sewing techniques at your own pace
🤗 A relaxed, welcoming and supportive space
❤️ Make new friends and share your creativity
📅 First session: Wednesday 5th August (then every month)
🕐 10am – 1pm
📍 St James Centre, 344 Laird Street, Birkenhead, CH41 7AL
👥 For registered unpaid carers.
⚠️ Booking is essential.
💜 Know a carer who'd love to give sewing a go? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
📞 0151 670 0777
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🧘 Have you tried our Carers Yoga sessions? 🧘
Elevate your wellbeing with our transformative yoga classes, FREE to unpaid carers registered with WIRED. Join us every Tuesday for a journey of self-care and relaxation, either face-to-face or online. 💜
🧘 Every Tuesday, 11am – 12:30pm
🧎 Equipment provided for face-to-face sessions
☕ Complimentary hot drinks for face-to-face sessions
💬 Stay and chat to other carers and one of our Carer Link Workers afterwards
📍 Face-to-face: All Things Must Pass Centre for Wellness, 134 Borough Road, Wallasey, CH44 6NH
💻 Online: How to join on Zoom:
Meeting: ID 771 767 3139
Passcode: 1008
📅 Next session: Tuesday 28th July
💜 Know a carer who could use some calm in their week? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
🌐 wired.me.uk/carer-support/carers-yoga/
📞 0151 670 0777
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🩹 FREE First Aid Training for Unpaid Carers 🩹
In partnership with the British Red Cross, WIRED is hosting a FREE First Aid Training session for all unpaid carers registered with WIRED. No experience needed, this is a simple, practical way to build your confidence and know what to do in an emergency.
We'll be covering:
🧰 Basic first aid
😮💨 Choking
🧠 Strokes
🫁 Unresponsive (breathing/not breathing)
❤️ Heart attacks
⏱️ Quick responses
📅 Friday 31st July
🕐 11am – 1pm
📍 The Stein Centre, St Catherine's Health Centre, Derby Road, Birkenhead, CH42 7HB
✅ This workshop isn't accredited, but it's a free and simple way to build first aid knowledge and confidence.
⚠️ Booking is essential.
💜 Know an unpaid carer who'd benefit from this? Tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
📞 0151 670 0777
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💜 Carers, you are not alone on this journey 💜
Join one of our local Carer Support Groups or drop-in sessions, a safe space where you can connect, share and find the support you deserve, with free tea, coffee and a chat along the way. ☕
📍 Wallasey Carers Support Group – 2nd & 4th Thursday, 1pm – 3pm
📍 West Kirby Carers Drop-In – 3rd Thursday, 10am – 12pm
📍 Crafty Carers Club – 3rd Wednesday, 10am – 3pm
🧘 Carers Yoga (face-to-face & online) – Every Tuesday, 11am – 12:30pm
We'd love for you to be part of our caring community.
💜 Save this post so you know where to find support whenever you need it, and tag a carer who might benefit.
For full details on locations and how to join:
🌐 wired.me.uk/carer-support/carer-support-groups-wirral/
📞 0151 670 0777
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☕ Are you a carer in the Wallasey area? ☕
Join us twice a month at Inspire Community Cafe for our friendly Carer Support Group. It's a chance to connect with others who understand what you're going through, share experiences, and get the support you deserve. 💜
You don't have to be from the Wallasey area to attend, anyone caring for someone in Wirral is welcome.
📍 Inspire Café, The Spire, Breck Road, Poulton, Wallasey, CH44 3BD
📅 Next sessions: Thursday 23rd July & Thursday 13th August
🕐 1pm – 3pm
You don't have to do it alone, we're here for you.
💜 Know a carer who could use some support? Tag them below or share this post.
How to find out more:
📞 0151 670 0777
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🌟 Final session! Your Caring with Confidence Course journey comes together 🌟
Our Caring with Confidence course, in collaboration with Health Junction, is designed to give you the tools and support you need to care with confidence. 💜 This is the last session, but it's not too late to come along and see what it's all about.
This session focuses on Self-Management, Healthy Eating & Wellbeing Planning, bringing everything together to help you:
🧩 Pull together what you've learned across the course, self-management, resilience, and motivation
📝 Create your own personalised wellbeing plan
🥗 Explore healthy eating as part of your daily routine
🌱 Set realistic goals to keep positive changes going long after the course ends
📅 Final session: Tuesday 21st July
🕐 1pm – 3pm
📍 St James Centre, 344 Laird Street, Birkenhead, CH41 7AL
💜 Do you know an unpaid carer who deserves some support? Give them a nudge, tag them below or share this post.
How to book:
📞 0151 670 0777
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