The festive season can be a fun time but it can also be challenging for many carers, which is why we are open between Christmas and New Year for telephone support, online activities and events.

On Wednesday 28 December and Thursday 29 December, we have the following activities taking place. To join us, call 0808 196 6666 or email centre@vocal.org.uk

? 28 December:

  • Telephone/Webchat support (10am – 4pm): Contact us for information or support
  • Festive coffee morning (10am – 12.30pm): Join us online or in-person for a coffee and a chat
  • Festive craft sessions (11am – 1pm): Join our drop-in session to make some fun festive crafts (in person)
  • SMART Family and Friends Meeting (2pm – 4pm): Support for carers of someone with a drug or alcohol dependency (in person)
  • Guided meditation (3pm – 4pm): Relax and unwind with a guided meditation (in person or online)

? 29 December            

  • Telephone/Webchat support (10am – 4pm): Contact us for information or support
  • Festive coffee morning (10am – 12.30pm): Join us online or in person for a coffee and a chat
  • Quiz (11am – 12pm): Test your knowledge in the Christmas Quiz (in person or by Zoom)
  • Festive craft sessions (2pm – 4pm): Join our drop in session to make some fun festive crafts (in person)
  • Guided meditation (3pm – 4pm): Relax and unwind with a guided meditation (in person or online)

We will also be offering drop-in sessions. There is no need to book, join us on the below dates and times:

  • Festive craft (Wednesday 28 Dec 11am – 1pm and Thursday 29 Dec, 2pm – 4pm)
  • Mindfulness (Wednesday 28 Dec, 2pm – 3pm and Thursday 29 Dec, 11am – 12pm)