Our Space to Gather is a safe space for families who care for a loved one with a learning disability which could include autism and other disabilities too. It is a space to meet other family carers, and to access a number of resources on various subjects.
We provide refreshments and of course biscuits. Periodically we will have guest speakers, from social workers to learning disability liaison nurses. If you would like a particular service to attend one of our Space to Gather groups, please do get in touch.
The most important things that we aim to do are:
o Working to make sure our families have the tools, resources and information they need to feel strong, resilient and empowered in order for them to advocate for their family.
o Working to ensure the lived experiences and voices of our families informs and influences the future landscape and opportunities for people with a learning disability, which may include autism and other disabilities too and their families in Essex.
See below the current various locations in Essex that our groups are held every other month. Read further for upcoming dates.
Join us on the first Monday of each month from the comfort of your home or on your lunch break for our virtual daytime ‘Space to Gather’.
Grab a cuppa and join us for a chat & catch up. Each month we may have new information that we will share, or you can share your lived experience (if you wish) with other family carers who care for someone with a learning disability which may include autism and other disabilities too.
If you would like to know more about a specific topic, please email us and we can theme the monthly catch ups.
If you would like to join, send us an email at info@essexcarersnetwork.co.uk or contact the office on 01255 554029 and will will send you the Zoom meeting link.
Future dates:
Monday 3rd of March
Monday 7th of April
No meeting in May-5th Bank Holiday
Monday 2nd of June
Monday 7th July
Monday 4th August
Join us on the first Thursday of each month from the comfort of your home for our virtual evening ‘Space to Gather’.
Grab a cuppa or your favourite tipple and join us for a chat, information sharing, or share your lived experience (if you wish) with other family carers who care for someone with a learning disability which may include autism and other disabilities.
If you would like to join, send us an email at info@essexcarersnetwork.co.uk or contact the office on 01255 554029 and will will send you the Zoom meeting link.
Future dates:
Thursday 6th of March
Thursday 10th of April
Thursday 1st of May
Thursday 5th of June
Thursday 10th July
Thursday 7th August
Space to Gather in Tendring
Venue: Cadows, 24 Old Road ,Clacton- on-Sea, Essex CO15 1HX.
Time: 11am-1pm
Join us for a cuppa and the opportunity to meet other family carers in Tendring and the surrounding areas. We have a number of resources with us, however if you would like more information about a specific subject, please do get in touch.
Please email paula@essexcarersnetwork.co.uk to find out where we will be, or watch our website, newsletters & social media for details.
Dates:
Wednesday 14th May 2025
Wednesday 30th July 2025
Our Space to Gather in Chelmsford is at the Central Baptist Church, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford, Essex. CM1 1LN.
We will be in Seminar Room 2. When you enter the church, seminar room 2 is directly in front, pass the reception desk.
Time: 10 am to 12pm
Join us for a cuppa and the opportunity to meet other family carers in Chelmsford and the surrounding areas. We have a number of resources with us, however if you would like more information about a specific subject, please do get in touch.
Future Dates:
21st May (Please note date change)
30th July
24th September
26th November
Our Space to Gather meeting in Colchester is held from 6.45 pm to 8.45 pm at the Kingsland Church, (Joel Room), 86 London Road, Colchester. CO3 9DW.
There is Free parking on site.
Come join us at our next Space to Gather! It’s a great chance to connect with other family carers, share a cup of tea, and enjoy some friendly conversation.
For more information contact paula@essexcarersnetwork.co.uk
Dates:
Tuesday 27th May
Tuesday 29th July
We are really pleased to add to our Space to Gather’s- Saffron Walden.
Join us on Friday 13th of June at Cafe Cornell for a cuppa and an opportunity to meet other family carers in the West of Essex who care for a loved one with a learning disability which may include autism and other disabilities.
We have a number of resources with us, however if you would like more information about a specific subject, please do get in touch.
Email Rita rita@essexcarersnetwork.co.uk or telephone/text on 07360689075
Time: 10 am to 12 pm
Location: Cornell Court, Smallbridge Road, Saffron Walden CB11 3NS. There is a small car park, however there is plenty of off street car parking. Please do check the road signs for any restrictions.
Future dates:
Friday 8th August
Friday 10th October
Friday 12th December
We look forward to seeing you.
