This page lists opportunities for you or your loved ones to meet others, either in person or in a moderated online environment. Many carers find themselves socially excluded and lonely so please scroll through and find something that helps make life more enjoyable.
We list many events and services on this website from other organisations and we do this in good faith. Please be aware that a listing on this website is not a service endorsement or recommendation. We urge you to do your own research about all organisations before using their services and to check the times and dates of events with them before attending them. We rely on service providers to tell us if their service provision or contact details change. Good places to check organisations include: the Care Quality Commission, Check a Trade, the Charity Commission and for each sector there is usually a professional service regulator, for example the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
An informal drop in session at the 3rd Age Centre for those who need help with smartphones, laptops or tablets Read more
The ActiveAbility programme is an award winning project to increase sporting and activity opportunities for individuals with a disability aged 14+ within the Solent area. Now also includes Buzz SEND Short Break service activities. Read more
This now takes place on Mondays 7pm-8pm at The Hexagon Centre, Chandlers Ford Read more
Age UK Southampton is a local independent charity set up to support older people living within the city limits to live independently. This page details their services which include information and advice, benefits support, home visiting and telephone befriending, IT classes, social groups and day care. Read more
Arts and Crafts. Free to attend. All materials provided. No experience needed. Fortnightly on Wednesdays 1-3pm. At Challis Court, Three Field Lane, Holyrood, SO14 3DQ Read more
Free to attend. All materials provided. No experience needed. At Sainsbury's, Portswood 10am-12pm Read more
Audio Book Group at Southampton Sight for anyone with a visual impairment Read more
These groups are for adults who are on the autism spectrum. They provide the chance to meet other people who are on the autism spectrum. They are mostly free to attend and provide a safe, friendly environment to share interests and meet new people. Read more
Revive memories whilst you enjoy a journey through the Hampshire Countryside behind a restored steam locomotive. The Baskets feature photos, railway memories, artefacts to handle and musical prompts from the 1940s, 50s, 60s and 70s. Each collection is different so you can swap with the table next to you. Read more
Interviews and discussion with a personal and often humorous touch. With guest presenters plus Kate Monaghan and the Ouch blog team. Ouch is available exclusively online and goes out every week. Click below to go to relevant page on the BBC website. Read more
A handy local round-up of news. Free updates straight to your inbox. All at bitternepark.info Read more
Men’s Sheds are kitted out community spaces where men can enjoy practical hobbies. They’re about making friends, learning and sharing skills. Many men go just for the tea and banter. Eeryone’s welcome. Read more
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A monthly Friday social group for autism parent carers and their whole families Read more
A Southampton based project saving books from landfill and giving them back to the local community, all for FREE! Read more
Round About Cafe opens 8.30am - 2pm for their Breakfast/Brunch Menu. Location: Westfield Corner, Wide Lane Southampton SO18 2LE Phone: 023 8067 2700 Read more
Local support group for people with a lung condition, including for carers and family Read more
A programme of entertainers, guest speakers, seated exercise and occasional club outings. Read more
Café Down the Lane offers a range of affordable scrumptious homemade snacks, delicious drinks and not forgetting our famous signature scones, freshly made in the morning by our apprentices! Read more
Activities include craft, music and games. There are talks from a range of speakers, including some from external organisations. Read more
Dementia friendly horticultural therapy for older people Read more