On this page, you’ll find comments from people who have accessed support through BCP Carer Support. They’ve shared how different services have helped them in their caring role—whether that’s feeling more connected, finding useful information, or simply having someone to talk to.

“Thank you again for such a wonderful time at the Cumberland. The ambience, food, company and chance to chat to other carers was just the 'treat' I needed and a very welcome break… all with different circumstances but all loving carers with lots of ideas, suggestions and ways of coping. So pleased I attended.”
— Feedback following a carers afternoon tea

“(The) events have been a life saver for me during my time caring for Dad. They truly have been the highlight of my past few years. I've made wonderful friends and had a chance to laugh and enjoy some culture. I loved the last trip to Mottisfont and I'll never forget the fabulous Air Show event.
I can't thank you and your colleagues enough for the warmth and kindness you've shown to us all. I've also made a life long l friend...who I've been able to share the ups and downs of caring life with.
— Carer feedback

"You can't imagine how grateful I am for your hard work and dedication to the carers under your wing. I personally appreciate the opportunities you enable us to join in" 
— Carer feedback

“I just wanted to take an opportunity to say THANK YOU SO MUCH… I feel supported. I love your newsletter dropping through my door.”
— Carer feedback

“It really makes a difference knowing that someone cares about what all carers are doing when caring for a loved one… I really look forward to the lady who visits me arriving. It gives me that one hour to talk to her and completely cut off from the outside world.”
— Carer feedback

“It took the pressure off of me and reassured me that I was doing the best I could in the circumstances. A voice of sanity and advice at a particularly difficult time resulting in Mum being diagnosed with a heart problem that had worsened other issues which was why she kept falling.”
— Carer feedback

“Things have been incredibly stressful the last week… and Linda's last session proved invaluable in preventing me from going on a downward spiral.”
— Feedback following an online Art for Wellbeing session

“I used the beach hut yesterday and paid for an agency to sit with Mum. I had four wonderful hours at the beach hut. To just sit, look at the view and read my book has helped so much. I came home recharged. What a wonderful thing you offer.”
— Carers beach hut feedback