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Snowdrop Cafe

New initiative in partnership with Strathcarron Hospice and Bannockburn Sports Hub

Following a successful pilot, we are pleased to share the news of the new Snowdrop Cafe in partnership with Strathcarron Hospice and Bannockburn Sports Hub.


This initiative will act as a support network for the local community by providing connection and companionship for people experiencing bereavement or loss. 


Launching on 1st October, the cafe will run every Thursday from 11am-1pm.

Find out more about the Snowdrop Cafe
amily Bowling night with dinner and drinks. Wednesday 21st October, 1-4pm. Hollywood Bowl, Stirling. Stirling and Clackmannanshire Carers logo and photograph on pin bowling

Radio 2 in the Park

In September, we held a ticket draw for Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling, following being generously donated tickets. We gave away 6 pairs of tickets to carers and were thrilled to see that they had a fabulous time and a good old boogie!

"Thank you so much for the opportunity.

We had a great day."

Carers enjoying Radio 2 in the Park
Carers enjoying Radio 2 in the Park

Opportunities like this, as well as our support services and activities are for registered carers. If you are an unpaid carer, but are not yet registered, get in touch today.

Register as a carer

Forth Valley Transition Information Evenings

If you’re a parent carer for a young person aged 14+, come along and have a chat with us at the Forth Valley Transition Information Evenings, organised by PLUS Forth Valley.


We’ll be there on Thursday 8th October and Wednesday 4th November to share information about our support for carers.

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Register for the Forth Valley Transition Information Evenings

Upcoming Parent Carers Events

These events are for parent carers of children aged 16 and under and their families. Due to funding, these events are for carers living in the Stirling Council area only.

Top Golf

Join us for an exciting high-tech golf experience at Top Golf in Glasgow! This trip is for parent carers with children aged 12+.

Tuesday 13th October, 10am-3pm

Transport from Stirling and buffet lunch provided.

Bowling Night

Test your skills on the lanes at our bowling night. Open to Parent Carers and their families, recommended for ages 8+.

Wednesday 21st October, 1-4pm

Food and drinks provided.

Halloween Disco

Join us for a gentle and joyful Halloween experience designed especially for children who prefer a quieter space.

Tuesday 27th October, 5-7pm

Register for Parent Carer events

Clackmannanshire Walk-In GP Service

As of 28th September, a GP walk-in service is in operation in Clackmannanshire.


This is a pilot service, initially open on Mondays and Thursdays, from noon until 6pm. Located at Clackmannanshire Community Health Centre, the service will provide urgent care for patients living within the Clackmannanshire Council area with non-life-threatening conditions that require immediate treatment and cannot wait for a routine appointment.

Find out more about the Clackmannanshire GP Walk-in Service

Respitality: Businesses

Do you know of a business that could support carers?


We are proud to be an official delivery partner of Respitality (short for respite + hospitality): A national initiative designed to give unpaid carers a well-deserved break from their caring role.


Through Respitality, local businesses in the hospitality, tourism and leisure industries generously donate short breaks, day experiences or treats to unpaid carers. This is a fulfilling and powerful way to give back to your local community and help unpaid carers feel seen, supported, and appreciated.


Want to find out more about how your business can get involved? Get in touch!

Find out more about Respitality for businesses

Carer Aware Workshop

Could your workplace benefit from Care Aware Training?


Our Carer Aware workshop is an online, free, one-hour lunchtime session designed for anyone who works with, or has an interest in supporting, local unpaid carers.


Upcoming date: Wednesday 28th October

Register for the Carer Aware workshop

Make a Will Month

October 2026 marks Make a Will month at Strathcarron Hospice. Throughout the month, local solicitors kindly waive their fees and will write up or update your Will in return for a donation to Strathcarron Hospice.

Find out more about Make a Will month

What's On

Please note: Due to current funding, not all events are available to carers in all areas. Please check events for more details.

Clackmannanshire Adult Carer Drop Ins

Fortnightly on Thursdays

9am-1pm

Next session 2nd October

Speirs Centre - Alloa Library and Registry Office

Come along for a chat, meet the staff, and learn more about how we can support you in your caring role.


My Time: Pizza Making

Thursday 29th October

6-8pm

Pizza Express, Stirling

Have a go at making your own pizza at this month's My Time event. This event is for carers living in the Stirling Council area.

Clackmannanshire Carer Support Group

Tuesdays (except first Tuesday of the month)

1.30 - 3.30pm

Hawkhill Community Centre, Allloa

The Clackmannanshire Carer Support Group is open to carers living in the Clackmannanshire Council area. Come along and meet other local carers over light refreshments.

Other upcoming groups & activities

  • Carer Groups

    • Killearn: Wed 14th Oct and 11th Nov, 12pm - 2pm, Killearn Village Hall

    • Riverside: Fri 9th Oct and 13th Nov, 1.30pm - 3pm, Riverside Bowling Club

    • St Ninians: Mon 19th Oct and 16th Nov, 12pm - 2pm, Mayfield Centre

  • Rural Carers Catch-Up

    • Fri 16th Oct and 20th Nov, 2pm - 3.30pm, Trust Housing, Callander

  • Parent Carers: Multisport Session

    • Wednesdays, 4.30pm - 5.30pm, The Peak, Stirling

  • Walking Group

    • Monday 12th October, 10.30am - 12.00pm

  • Yoga & Relaxation

    • Wednesdays & Fridays, 9.30am - 10.30am, Killearn Village Hall

  • Young Adult Carers Group (18-25)

    • Thursday 29th October, 6-8pm

  • Complementary Therapies

    • Appointments available in Stirling and Callander. Contact the Centre to book.

  • Carers' Garden

Please note that as growing season has now ended, our Carers' Garden group has concluded for the year and will pick back up again in the spring.



Register for events

Stirling & Clackmannanshire Carers 

Kintail House, Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 1QZ 

01786 447003

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