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Gloucester City Parkrun launches Meet & Move scheme to support unpaid carers
Overview
A new pilot scheme called Meet & Move has launched at the Gloucester City Parkrun to help unpaid and former carers connect with one another, reduce isolation, and improve their mental health and wellbeing. Funded by Sport England and led by Carers UK, the initiative takes place on the first Saturday of each month during the regular parkrun event.
Key points
- Gloucester City Parkrun is the first location to pilot the 'Meet & Move' scheme led by Carers UK.
- The initiative is funded by Sport England and held on the first Saturday of each month.
- The scheme aims to help unpaid and former carers meet peers, reduce feelings of isolation, and support their mental health.
- Former carers attending the launch highlighted the emotional challenges of caring roles and the loneliness often felt after caring duties end.