Marking Carers’ Week across Bridgend County Borough

Today marks the start of Carers Week 2026, which is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution of unpaid carers across Bridgend County Borough.

Earlier today we raised the Carers’ flag at Civic Offices. We will also light the building blue and white this evening, and on the 14 June to mark the start and the end of this important week.

Every day, thousands of people provide unpaid care and support to family members, friends and neighbours who could not manage without them. Their dedication, compassion and commitment make a significant difference to the lives of those they care for and to our wider communities.

We are continuing to work closely with carers, partner organisations, and local communities to improve the support available to unpaid carers across Bridgend County Borough. This has included strengthening our Carers Wellbeing Service, developing new wellbeing opportunities, expanding support for young carers, and working alongside carers to shape future services through co-production and engagement.

There’s plenty going on across Bridgend County Borough during Carers Week (8–14 June) with events.

Carers Week 2026

Tuesday 9 June Halo ‘Carers Respite Programme’ at Bridgend Life Centre - offering unpaid carers of people living with dementia and memory loss the opportunity to take part in a range of exercise, relaxation, and wellbeing sessions, along with access to Halo Leisure fitness facilities.

Wednesday 10 June Halo ‘Feel Good for Life’, Bridgend Life Centre (2pm–4pm) Improve your strength, balance, and coordination through fun games in the swimming pool followed by tea, coffee, reminiscence and social activities including board games, quizzes, and live music.

Bavo’s Navigators will be at Bridgend Carers Centre for a special event at Bridgend Carers Centre’s Community Cafe, bringing together unpaid carers from across Bridgend. An opportunity to hear directly from carers about what daily life looks like for them, the challenges they navigate, and the support they need to continue in their vital caring roles.

Age without Limits – activity action day (10am – 1pm) - we’re challenging perceptions. An opportunity to be active, creative, gather information and meet new friends.

Prevention and Wellbeing Young Carers and Bridgend Carers Centre will be attending Maesteg Comprehensive (11am – 12noon) to support with a cake bake sale organised by the Young Carer Ambassadors.

Prevention and Wellbeing Young Carers and Bridgend Young Carers will be attending Pencoed Comprehensive (1:25pm - 1:55pm) to support with a cake bake sale organised by the Young Carer Ambassadors.

Thursday 11 June Halo ‘Feel Goof for Life’ online (2.15pm – 3.30pm) - improve your strength, balance and coordination through a range of fun and adaptable aerobic activities online followed by the chance to socialise and participate in quizzes, sing a long and more, all from the comfort of your own home!

Bavo’s Navigators will be attending the Age without Limits event, Activity Action Day in Porthcawl (10am – 1pm). A fun, free and friendly event celebrating active a creative ageing.

Young Carers Welbeing Service, Brackla session (4.30pm – 6pm) a party to celebrate and recognise all the hard work young carers do.

Friday 12 June 2026 The council’s Prevention and Wellbeing Young Carers and Bridgend Carers Centre Young carers will be attending Porthcawl Comprehensive School’s ‘Cream cracker challenge’ organised by the Young Carer Ambassadors.

Halo ‘Feel Good for Life,’ North Cornelly Community Centre, 1.30pm – 3.15pm.

Bridgend Carers Centre and TuVida will be at various venues across the county borough during the week to offer advice and support to carers. 

The Council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Social Services and Wellbeing, Cllr Jane Gebbie, who is an unpaid carer, said: “Carers Week shines a spotlight on the vital role carers play in our communities and sees individuals and organisations coming together to provide support for carers and run activities.

“Within Bridgend County Borough there are just over 15,000 unpaid carers. The role of being a carer affects all aspects of life. While we know that many feel that caring is one of the most important things they can do, its challenges should not be underestimated. It is vital we recognise the contribution carers make and help ensure they get the support they need.”

If you or someone you know needs support, you can find out more by visiting the Carers’ Wellbeing page on the council’s website.