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Carents Day 2026: You Matter Too

Thursday 8 October 2026 | Free | Online

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You Matter Too

Last October, on Carents Day, hundreds of carents spent a day doing something they often don't get to do - taking out time to focus on themselves.

We held sessions on mindfulness, creative writing, grief, fitness and many more. All sessions were free, all were online, and all designed for people who spend most of their time thinking about someone else.

This year, we're doing it again.

Carents Day 2026 is on Thursday 8th October. The theme is You Matter Too. Because it can be easy, when you're carenting, to forget that you do.

Register your interest below and you'll be the first to hear when the full lineup goes live.

Get involved

Head on over to The Carents Lounge to find out more about Carents Day 2026, and to chat with other carents.

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Thank you to our sponsors

What is happening on Carents Day?

Carents Day 2026: the schedule
09:30
Natalie Cassidy in Conversation with Carents Founder Dr Jackie Gray
Natalie Cassidy, Actor & Presenter
10:30
Anticipatory Grief and How to Cope as a Carent
Andy Langford, Clinical Director, Cruse Bereavement Support
11:30
Hormone Changes: What Is the Relevance to Women of Any Age?
Dr Louise Newson, Newson Health
12:30
Sustaining the Carents: How to Cope During Periods of Stress
Suzy Reading, Author & Chartered Psychologist
13:30
Looking After His Daughter, Too: Finding Joy and Wellbeing as a Midlife Carent
Jo Moseley, Midlife Joy
14:00
Practical Ways to Juggle Work and Care Without Burning Out
Jacqueline Weeks, Vise Mental Fitness
15:00
A Little Time for You: Why Crafting Matters with Sara Davies
Sara Davies, Founder of Crafter's Companion
15:30
Spotting the Early Signs of Osteoporosis: Supporting Your Parent Without Forgetting You
Kirsty Carne, Royal Osteoporosis Society
16:30
Today and Tomorrow's Carents
Marlene Kelly, IMPACT
17:30
Parents, Planning and Peace of Mind: The Legal Essentials
Leah Duffield, Legal Expert
18:30
Caring for Your Sleep: How Can You Protect Your Sleep When Time and Energy Are Squeezed?
Sophie Bostock, Sleep Scientist

 

All of our sessions are free and online, available on our Carents Lounge on the day. Whether you stay for a whole session or just grab ten minutes with a cuppa, Carents Day is here for you.

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The full programme will be announced soon. Leave your details and we'll be in touch.

Opening speaker announced

Natalie Cassidy in Conversation with Carents Founder Dr Jackie Gray

Best known for playing Sonia in EastEnders, Natalie Cassidy recently swapped Albert Square for social care, retraining as a carer after her own experience carenting for her father. Join us for the opening session of Carents Day, where Natalie sits down with founder Dr Jackie Gray for an honest conversation about carenting, it's impact, and grief followed by a live Q&A with the carents audience.

RSVP to this session for free

Thank you to Carents Day supporters

Christine Bell

Anne Rush

Rud Pedersen

Shirley Large

Sarah Cobley

 

How to take part in Carents Day

  • When: Thursday 8th October 2026
  • Where: Online: Join from anywhere, even from your phone.
  • Cost: Free
  • How: Register your interest below and you'll be notified when each event is available to signup. 

Register for Carents Day

Be the first to know

The full programme will be announced soon. Leave your details and we'll be in touch.

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