What’s on
Explore our upcoming groups & events
Monthly groups & events
Welcome to the Dundee Carers Centre’s “What’s On” section, which provides up-to-date information on upcoming groups and events for the month.
All our groups and events are listed with accurate dates and times. They are organised by date and categorised according to user needs, including peer support, carer cafés, wellbeing activities, skill-building sessions, and quick drop-in advice.
Our monthly groups are free to attend (except for fundraising events), and they are friendly and informal.
No booking is required unless stated otherwise.
You are very welcome to join us on the scheduled date, but if you would like to chat beforehand, feel free to contact the worker for more information.
October 2026
October extra dates for your diary
October Public Holiday
Monday 5th October
Our phonelines and C-Gate centre will be closed. Check our timetable for groups that are still running.
Dundee Carers Centre Annual General Meeting
- Keynote Speaker: Kirsten Hogg, Director of Devolved Nations, Carers UK
- Thursday 29th October
- 10am – 12 pm
- Kydd Building, Abertay University, Bell Street, Dundee
Join us for an insightful event to hear about the Centre’s achievements over the past year.
This is also an opportunity to meet other carers, professionals, plus our staff, volunteers and trustees. Lunch will be provided.
For more details and to book your place, please call us at 01382 200422 or email [email protected]
Carers Decide Groupwork Programme
Are you aged 18 or over and caring for a loved one?
Our next Carers Decide Groupwork 6-week Programme starts:
- Wednesday 14 October 2026
- 10 am to 11:30 am
- CGate
The programme offers carers an opportunity to come together, take part in group sessions and connect with others.
Places must be booked in advance. To find out more or sign up, please email [email protected]
Full October Timetable
Click here to download October Timetable
- Health & Wellbeing Groups
- Peer Support Groups
- Connecting Carer Cafes
- Skills Development & Socialising
- Drop-in Support Groups
Health & Wellbeing
Activities focused on wellbeing, getting outdoors, and taking time for yourself.
Happy Feet Walking Group
Date: Tuesday 27 October
Time: 10.00am to 2.00pm
Location: Forfar Loch (location varies monthly)
Contact: Siobhan, 07858 129771
Enjoy a friendly walk with other carers while taking in the outdoors and spending time focusing on your own wellbeing.
Peer Support
Connect with other carers who share similar experiences in a safe and understanding environment.
Lifeline Group
Dates: Tuesday 6 October and Tuesday 20 October
Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Location: Dundee Carers Centre
Contact: Carol, 07712 856087
A supportive group for carers supporting someone affected by dependency-related challenges.
Peer Support Group for SDS Users in Dundee
Date: Wednesday 7 October
Time: 12.30pm to 2.00pm
Location: Dundee Carers Centre
Contact: Libby, 01382 200422
Meet other carers using Self-directed Support in Dundee and share experiences, information and practical tips.
Men’s Carers Club
Date: Friday 2 October
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm
Location: Craigowl Church
Contact: Ross, 07768 348194
A relaxed opportunity for male carers to meet, chat and support one another.
Connecting Cafés
Local café-style gatherings where carers can access support, information and conversation in their community.
Ferry Connecting Carers Café
Date: Monday 5 October
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: St Aidans Church
Contact: Sofia, 07776 379631
A friendly local space to meet other carers and access support.
Lochee Connecting Carers Café
Date: Thursday 1st, 15th & 29th October
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm
Location: The Friary
Contact: Laura, 07733 070391
Drop in for conversation, support and information in a welcoming environment.
West End Connecting Carers Café
Date: Monday 12 October
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm
Location: Blackness Library
Contact: Virginia, 07515 067075
Meet carers from your local area and find out about available support.
Strathmartine Connecting Carers Café
Dates: Wednesday 14 October and Wednesday 28 October
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Craigowl Church
Contact: Virginia, 07515 067075
A welcoming community café for carers living in the Strathmartine area.
East End Connecting Carers Café
Date: Tuesday 20 October
Time: 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Location: Brooksbank
Contact: Kev, 07712 856090
Meet other carers locally, share experiences and access advice and support.
North East Connecting Carers Café
Date: Tuesday 27 October
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: One Parent Families, Families House, 20 Grampian Gardens, Dundee DD4 9QZ
Contact: Jaimie, 07720 824834
A welcoming community space where carers can connect and access local support.
Skills Development & Socialising
Enjoy learning new skills, exploring interests and meeting other carers.
Creative Writing Group
Date: Monday 12 October
Time: 12.30pm to 2.30pm
Location: Dundee Carers Centre
Contact: Sandra Kelbie, 07553 257571
A relaxed and creative group for carers interested in writing, storytelling and self-expression.
Drop-ins
Informal information sessions where carers can pop in for advice, support and signposting.
West End Library Information Drop-in
Dates: Monday 5 October, Monday 19 October and Monday 26 October
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm
Location: Blackness Library
Contact: Virginia, 07515 067075
Visit for information, advice and support without needing an appointment.
Broughty Ferry Library Information Stall
Date: Wednesday 7 October
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Broughty Ferry Library
Contact: Sofia, 07776 379631
Pop along for carer information, resources and local support guidance.
Coldside Drop-in
Dates: Friday 2 October, Friday 16 October and Friday 30 October
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Maxwell Centre, Carnegie Street, Dundee DD3 7EW
Contact: Siobhan, 07858 129771
A friendly local drop-in where carers can access support, information and advice.
November 2026
Click here to download full November Timetable
One-off dates for your diary
Carers Rights Day
Thursday 19 November
Theme: Someone you know is a carer – but do they know it yet?
We are planning several events to raise awareness of unpaid carers. Please keep following our social media channels and website for future announcements.
Livingston Designer Outlet Shopping Trip
Thursday 26 November
Adult carers only – FREE to come along
Booking is Essential
Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bus departs Dundee Carers Centre, Seagate, at 9.30 am and leaves Livingston at 4.30 pm (expected return to the centre at 6 pm)
Please call 01382 200422 or email [email protected] to book your space.
Full November Timetable
Health & Wellbeing Groups
Peer Support Groups
Connecting Carer Cafes
Skills Development & Socialising
Drop-in Support Groups
Health & Wellbeing
Opportunities to stay active, take a break from caring responsibilities and focus on your own wellbeing.
Happy Feet Walking Group
Enjoy fresh air, gentle exercise and good company with fellow carers.
- Day & Date: Tuesday 24 November
- Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm
- Location: Edinburgh Trip Limited spaces available and booking is essential.
- Support Worker: Siobhan
- Contact: 07858 12977
Peer Support
Meet other carers who understand the challenges of caring, share experiences and access support in a welcoming environment.
Lifeline Group
For carers supporting someone experiencing challenges around dependency.
- Days & Dates: Tuesday 3 November and Tuesday 17 November
- Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
- Location: Dundee Carers Centre
- Support Worker: Carol
- Contact: 07712 856087
Peer Support Group for Dundee SDS Users
A supportive space for carers using Self-directed Support arrangements.
- Day & Date: Wednesday 4 November
- Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
- Location: Dundee Carers Centre
- Support Worker: Libby
- Contact: 01382 200422
Men’s Carers Club
A relaxed opportunity for male carers to connect, socialise and share experiences.
- Day & Date: Friday 6 November
- Time: 11.30am – 1.30pm
- Location: Craigowl Church
- Support Worker: Ross
- Contact: 07768 348194
To find out more about this group you can visit our most recentre Locality Spotlight.
Connecting Cafés
Friendly local cafés where carers can enjoy conversation, information and support over a cup of tea or coffee.
Ferry Connecting Carers Café
- Date: Monday 2 November
- Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
- Location: St Aidans Church
- Support Worker: Sofia
- Contact: 07776 379631
Lochee Connecting Carers Café
- Days & Dates: Thursday 12 November and Thursday 26 November
- Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
- Location: The Friary
- Support Worker: Laura
- Contact: 07733 070391
West End Connecting Carers Café
- Day & Date: Monday 9 November
- Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
- Location: Blackness Library
- Support Worker: Virginia
- Contact: 07515067075
Strathmartine Connecting Carers Café
- Days & Dates: Wednesday 11 November and Wednesday 25 November
- Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
- Location: Craigowl Church
- Support Worker: Virginia
- Contact: 07515 067075
East End Connecting Carers Café
- Day & Date: Tuesday 17 November
- Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
- Location: Brooksbank
- Support Worker: Kev
- Contact: 07712 856090
North East Connecting Carers Café
- Day & Date: Tuesday 24 November
- Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
- Location: One Parent Families, Families House, 20 Grampian Gardens, Dundee DD4 9QZ
- Support Worker: Jaimie
- Contact: 07720 824834
Skills Development & Socialising
A chance to learn new skills, explore interests and spend time with other carers in a supportive group setting.
Creative Writing Group
A welcoming and informal group for carers who enjoy writing or would like to give it a try.
- Day & Date: Monday 9 November
- Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
- Location: Dundee Carers Centre
- Support Worker: Sandra Kelbie
- Contact: 07553 257571
Drop-ins
Drop in for information, advice and a friendly chat. No appointment needed.
West End Library Information Drop-in
- Days & Dates: Monday 2, 16, 23 and 30 November
- Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
- Location: Blackness Library
- Support Worker: Virginia
- Contact: 07515 067075
Broughty Ferry Library Information Stall
- Day & Date: Wednesday 4 November
- Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
- Location: Broughty Ferry Library
- Support Worker: Sofia (Volunteer-supported session)
- Contact: 07776 379631
Coldside Drop-in
- Days & Dates: Friday 13 November and Friday 27 November
- Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
- Location: Maxwell Centre, Carnegie Street, Dundee DD3 7EW
- Support Worker: Siobhan
- Contact: 07858 129771