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Achieve Together

Achieve together is one of the UK’s leading providers of support for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs. They offer supported living, residential, outreach home support and day services. Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2019

Updated: 24th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Age UK Southampton

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

Published: 31st July, 2017

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: 1 Saxon Gate, Back of the Walls, Southampton, SO14 3HA

Care Providers

Carers in Southampton cannot recommend facilities. However, on this page we provide website details of the United Kingdom Homecare Association and the Care Quality Commission, where you can find out details of care providers. Read more

Published: 23rd October, 2017

Updated: 22nd April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Creative Options

Creative Options is a voluntary charity set up by Frances Heather, a retired NHS mental health Occupational Therapist. The project is managed by a committee of trustees and run by a part-time project leader and members with lived experience of mental health issues. They offer support, training, mentoring and opportunities to people experiencing mental health issues. Read more

Published: 5th July, 2018

Updated: 23rd April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Day activity preparation sheet

This sheet was created by Rebecca Kinge.  It aims to help someone with anxiety prepare for an activity different from normal routine. There is a pre-coloured version and a mono version so you or your loved one can colour it in. Read more

Published: 25th July, 2019

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Day services for adults with a learning disability

Regular activities run at Southampton Mencap in Portswood, Southampton Read more

Published: 13th December, 2017

Updated: 13th April, 2018

Author: Pip Armitage

Experts by Experience

The Experts by Experience programme takes individuals with firsthand experience as service users on Care Quality Commission inspections to help compile reports on the standard of care provision, by speaking directly to users of the service and giving users’ opinions a voice Read more

Published: 24th January, 2019

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Forest School day camps

Support, skills and tools for a range of activities exploring the wild side of nature that allow children to discover and create and help build confidence and self-esteem. For children of all abilities between the ages of 4-10 years of age. Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. The day camps are fully inclusive. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2018

Updated: 22nd April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Hampshire County Council Social Services

Information, advice and services for care and wellbeing in Hampshire including directories of care homes and home care agencies Read more

Published: 27th February, 2018

Author: Pip Armitage

How to find day services

Local day services for adults and children listed on the Southampton City Council website Read more

Published: 27th February, 2018

Updated: 17th September, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Minstead Trust

The Minstead Trust was founded in 1986 and offers services in residential and day care and training in Work, Life and Social Skills to adults who have learning disabilites. The Minstead Trust is situated in the New Forest in the picturesque village of Minstead near Lyndhurst. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2019

Updated: 2nd September, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Minstead Lodge, London Minstead, Minstead, Lyndhurst, S043 7FT

Newfields Gardening CIC

Newfields Gardening CIC is a community interest company providing activities, skills and learning for adults with disabilities and mental health issues Read more

Published: 11th May, 2017

Updated: 17th October, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Oasis Down to Earth Community Farm

Oasis Down to Earth Farm is a community centre based on a farm in urban Southampton offering the opportunity to interact with animals and the natural environment. They provide activities for adults with Learning Disabilities, children with special needs (SEN and NEET) and school groups. At the weekend they host children's birthday parties and are open to the general public. Read more

Published: 10th August, 2017

Updated: 23rd May, 2019

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Oasis Down to Earth Farm, Green Lane, Southampton, SO16 9FQ

QE2 Day Activity Centre at Manor Farm

Day Services, holidays and activity sessions for people of all ages with additional needs including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and sensory impairment Read more

Published: 10th February, 2018

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Manor Farm Country Park, Pylands Lane, Bursledon, SO31 1BH

R Community

Day services for adults with LD, vulnerable adults mental health and dementia Read more

Published: 5th June, 2017

Updated: 17th October, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Sembal House Southampton Day Services

Day service for adults with learning disibilities, physical disabilities and mental health issues Read more

Published: 10th July, 2017

Updated: 9th August, 2017

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Sembal House Resource Centre, Handel Terrace,, Southampton, SO15 2FH

Social care and support guide

If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability, this website explains your options and where you can get support. Read more

Published: 7th February, 2020

Updated: 22nd April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Social Care in Action

Social Care in Action (SCiA) is a local not-for-profit group of charitable enterprises that delivers care, health, transport, dentistry, training, counselling and advice services. Based in Southampton their main services are delivered throughout Southampton, Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset. Read more

Published: 13th December, 2018

Updated: 22nd April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Southampton City Council Adult Social Care Charging Policy 2019

From 6th May 2019 Southampton City Council will implement a new charging policy and will now take into account in full the higher rate of Attendance Allowance, Personal Independence Payment Living component and Disability Living Allowance Care component. Read more

Published: 26th April, 2019

Updated: 23rd October, 2019

Author: Pip Armitage

Southampton Day Services in Woolston

Day services for adults with learning disabilities Read more

Published: 10th July, 2017

Updated: 9th August, 2017

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Woolston Community Centre, Church Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9FU

Southampton Living Well

Southampton Living Well offer a wide range of daytime activities and a place to go for older people in Southampton. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2017

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

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    Carers Week: Celebration Lunch

    Join us to celebrate YOU! In partnership with Southampton City Council.

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    Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

    Dementia Workshop in partnership with Admiral Nurses & Dementia Navigators | Thursday 9th June

  • Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

    Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

    Join us for a Carers Lunch on Wednesday 8th June.

  • Occupational Therapy Workshop

    Occupational Therapy Workshop

    Join us for this useful and practical workshop on Tuesday 7th June

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  • Assisted Shopping - Sainsbury's Shop On-line and Telephone Service

    Sainsbury's Assisted Shopping scheme helps people who are housebound, cannot travel to the shops or cannot manage online shopping by allowing them to make shopping orders over the telephone. You can access this service by calling 0800 328 1700, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

  • Southampton General Hospital Ward Numbers

    This is a list of the contact telephone numbers for the main wards at University Hospital Southampton

  • What we offer

    What we offer

    Click to find quick links for support workers, carers cards, emergency plans and carers assessments

  • Emergency planning

    Emergency planning

    Being prepared for emergencies is always a good idea as a carer. Take a look below and help put some of your worries to rest.

  • Singing groups and choirs in Southampton

    A new study identifies the healing power of singing in a group, and urges us all to have a go. A list of many choirs in Southampton can be found here.

  • Refer a Carer

    Refer a Carer

    We are open to referrals of adult unpaid carers for support, information, carers cards, emergency plans and statutory carers assessments.

  • Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

    If you are caring for an adult over 18, (including young carers), and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care. Phone 023 8083 3003

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Temporary Suspension of Visiting at University Hospital Southampton

Temporary Suspension of Visiting at University Hospital Southampton

Information for Carers Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Updated: 8th April, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Theo's Story

Theo's Story

Theo, 22, cares for his disabled Mother whilst studying. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Nick's Story

Nick's Story

Nick discusses caring for his adult son, Kevin, who is bipolar. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Dementia  Support Group: Thornhill | Tuesday 3rd May

Dementia Support Group: Thornhill | Tuesday 3rd May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting. Read more

Start: 3rd May, 2022 at 2:00pm

End: 3rd May, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 14th April, 2022

Updated: 28th April, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Thornhill Memory Cafe, Medwall Court, Tatwin Close, Southampton, SO18 5TR

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Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

Dementia Workshop in partnership with Admiral Nurses & Dementia Navigators | Thursday 9th June Read more

Start: 9th June, 2022 at 12:00pm

End: 9th June, 2022 at 2:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Neptune Court, Gemini Close, Lordshill, Southampton, SO16 8BQ

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Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

Join us for a Carers Lunch on Wednesday 8th June. Read more

Start: 8th June, 2022 at 1:00pm

End: 8th June, 2022 at 3:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Thomas Room, Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO18 5TR

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Occupational Therapy Workshop

Occupational Therapy Workshop

Join us for this useful and practical workshop on Tuesday 7th June Read more

Start: 7th June, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 7th June, 2022 at 1:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Weston Court, Kingsclere Avenue, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO19 9LB

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Carers Week: Celebration Lunch

Carers Week: Celebration Lunch

Join us to celebrate YOU! In partnership with Southampton City Council. Read more

Start: 6th June, 2022 at 12:00pm

End: 6th June, 2022 at 2:30pm

Published: 25th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: The MAST Mayflower Studios, 142, 144 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DU

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