Do you know someone who supports a family member or friend?

Please share this with them.

Ask Grace is Glouestershire County Council's new WhatsApp assistant for unpaid carers in Gloucestershire. It’s for anyone who:

• wants to find local services
• needs clear information about caring
• isn’t sure what to do next.

📱 WhatsApp 07418 640 456
👉 Just message “Hi Grace” to get started

Find out more on Gloucestershire County Council's website - https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/ask-grace

We're here for unpaid carers for the next five years

We're delighted to share that Gloucestershire County Council has awarded Gloucestershire Carers Hub a new contract, meaning we'll continue supporting unpaid carers across Gloucestershire from October 2026 for the next 5 years.

As a carer, you'll continue to have access to information, advice and guidance, Carer's Assessments, wellbeing support, contingency planning, and help to understand your rights and access financial support. We'll also continue delivering dedicated support for parent carers and young adult carers, alongside activities, groups and opportunities to connect with others who understand the caring role.

We'd like to thank every unpaid carer across Gloucestershire for the incredible contribution you make every day. Your care, compassion and dedication make a real difference to the lives of those you support and to communities across the county.

We're proud to continue working alongside you, ensuring carers are recognised, valued and supported for years to come.

To find out more click here: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gcc-news/news-september-2026/continued-support-secured-for-unpaid-carers-across-gloucestershire

📣 New Be Empowered Programme Launching

Do you support someone and live in the Forest of Dean?

This free course provides information, guidance, and practical tools to support your caring journey.

📍 Coleford Health Centre 📅 From 25th September

Book today: bookings@peopleplus.co.uk