Support Groups

Support groups are designed as a local support network for carers. Most of the groups are facilitated by Carers MK Support Workers who are available to discuss your caring role, either within the groups or on a one-to-one basis. The Former Carers group is facilitated by a Carers MK volunteer and the Hanslope Carers group is facilitated by the Hanslope PPG (Patient Participation Group). 

Support is provided by meeting together and sharing experiences, information and offering peer support to one another (as well as a cup of tea, of course!). Carers have reported that the group gives them an opportunity for a much needed ‘break’ from their caring role.

Carers are able to attend groups as and when is convenient to themselves and are welcome to drop in as often or as little as suits the individual as we understand that the caring role can at times be unpredictable and demanding. The groups are free to attend. There is no need to book a place at any of our in-person support groups, you can just turn up. You will need to book your place on any of our online support groups.

Some of our support groups are geographical (such as Great Linford) and are relevant for all carers either living locally or in other parts of Milton Keynes. Other support groups are specific to the health condition of the person being cared for (such as MS or Parkinson’s).

CARERS EVENING SUPPORT GROUP

Via Zoom

14th June 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

12th July 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

9th August 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

OLNEY CARERS SUPPORT GROUP

The Olney Centre, High Street, Olney, MK46 4EF

1st June 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

6th July 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

3rd August 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

GREAT LINFORD CARERS SUPPORT GROUP

Great Linford Parish Council, Great Linford House, 1 Saint Leger Court, Great Linford, Milton Keynes, MK14 5HA

14th June 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

12th July 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

9th August 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

HANSLOPE SUPPORT GROUP

St James the Great, Hanslope
This group is delivered and facilitated by Hanslope PPG (Patient Participation Group).
A Carers MK support worker only attends on a quarterly basis as a guest.

24th May 2023
10.30am – 12.30pm

28th June 2023
10.30am – 12.30pm

26th July 2023
10.30am – 12.30pm

23rd August 2023
10.30am – 12.30pm

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP

For carers of someone who is 16+

MKCIL offices, 330 Saxon Gate West, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2ES
MKCIL is within the building of Christ the Cornerstone

24th May 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

28th June 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

26th July 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

30th August 2023
6pm – 7.30pm

FORMER CARERS GROUP

The Mead Centre, 75 High Street, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8AB
Please note: Informal social meet ups are sometimes arranged independently by attendees in between formal meetings

11th May 2023
1.30pm – 3pm

13th July 2023
1.30pm – 3pm

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

MKCIL offices, 330 Saxon Gate West, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2ES
MKCIL is within the building of Christ the Cornerstone

7th June 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

5th July 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

2nd August 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

MS SUPPORT GROUP

MKCIL offices, 330 Saxon Gate West, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2ES
MKCIL is within the building of Christ the Cornerstone

5th June 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

17th July 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

21st August 2023
2pm – 3.30pm

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP (TUESDAYS)

Via Zoom

13th June 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

11th July 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

8th August 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP (THURSDAYS)

MKCIL offices, 330 Saxon Gate West, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 2ES
MKCIL is within the building of Christ the Cornerstone

18th May 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

15th June 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

20th July 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

17th August 2023
1pm – 2.30pm

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP
(ALONGSIDE WATER EATON MEMORY CLUB)

Water Eaton Church Centre, Drayton Road, Bletchley, MK2 3RR

15th May 2023
2.30pm – 4pm

12th June 2023
2.30pm – 4pm

10th July 2023
2.30pm – 4pm

7th August 2023
2.30pm – 4pm

If you would like to book a place for your cared for to attend the Water Eaton Memory Club, please contact Olive: 07510 203166 or email

Are you caring for someone?

Do you look after someone who cannot manage without you because they are ill, frail or have a disability? 

If so, you are a carer and Carers MK can help you.