August Newsletter 2026
Summer is in full swing as we enter August, and we’ve got you covered on everything going on for unpaid Carers in your area!
In this edition, we’re detailing the latest local and national discounts, with some holiday themes in case you are jetting off this month!
You can also take a minute to watch our latest ‘how to’ video, showing you how easy it is to use your Carers ID Card to access our Carer Friendly Community discounts.
In addition, you’ll find an interesting account of life as a young Carer published in the Guardian newspaper.
Local Discounts
House of Nails, Dorchester – Carers get a 10% discount on any new set of nails
Lower Gardens Mini Golf, Bournemouth – Get a 10% discount on mini golf
Mead Electrical Services, Verwood – Carers get £50.00 off fuse board changes, 10% discount on all other work.
Amaretto Sport Fishing – Get 10% off whole-boat bookings on inshore fishing charters, and offshore and wrecking charters.
Coasty Catering – Looking for a catering company for your get-together or event? 10% discount for Carers.
National Discounts
ASK Italian – 30% off your food bill. Some seasonal and regional exclusions apply
Watermouth Castle – 20% off a day pass for Carers
English Heritage – 25% off gift and annual membership
Incy Wincy Swimwear– 10% off full-priced products purchased through the Incy Wincy Swimstore website
Lovat Holiday Parks– Save an EXTRA 10% off their best 2026 prices
TrainPal– Up to 20% off UK Railcards
Featured Business
Aimee Strongman Sunflower Yoga: Free for carers
Join Aimee Strongman, a British Wheel of Yoga and Yoga Alliance Professional accredited teacher, for a magical evening of sunset yoga amongst the sunflowers.
Known for her warm, inclusive approach, Aimee believes yoga is for everybody. Her classes are less about perfect poses and more about moving, breathing and reconnecting with yourself in a way that feels good.
Surrounded by beautiful blooms and golden evening light, you’ll be guided through a gentle, accessible practice suitable for all ages, abilities and experience levels.
No flexibility required. No experience necessary. Just fresh air, movement, community and a little sunflower magic.
Get in touch with Aimee to book your Sunflower Yoga session, or check out her range of other classes.
Admiral Nurse Support Available Across the BCP Area
An Admiral Nurse service is available to support unpaid Carers and families across the BCP area, delivered through the Royal British Legion in partnership with Dementia UK.
Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who provide:
- Emotional support
- Practical guidance
- Guidance tailored to your situation
- Help accessing local services
- Support working alongside other professionals
Support may be offered over the phone, face to face or through clinics.
Eligibility
This service is specifically for veterans and their families.
Either the person living with dementia or their family Carer must have served in the British Armed Forces.
To find out more or access support call: 03330 114 200.
Using your Carer Friendly ID Card
It’s easy to use your Carers ID Card!
Maya, one of the Carer Friendly team, shows you how in this short video.
Free Library Books Delivered to your Home
Royal Voluntary Service run the Home Library Service and deliver books free of charge to you at home, if you are unable to get to your local library or if you are a Carer.
They offer a wide range of fiction and non-fiction, delivered and collected every three weeks:
- Large print novels
- Ordinary print novels
- Audio books
- Help with accessing eBooks and eMagazines
For more information phone 01305 236666 or email dorsethomelibraryservice@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
Upcoming Forward Carers Events
CARER ID CARD DISCOVERY SESSION
The next Carer ID Card Discovery Session is coming up on 18th August.
Join us for an online event to learn about the Carer Friendly ID Card and how it has been designed to help your life as a Carer.
Discover how to get and use the card, why it’s important, the exclusive benefits and discounts it offers and how we raise awareness of Carers in the community.
SUPPORT FOR WORKING CARERS DISCOVERY SESSION
The next Support for Working Carers session is on 15th September.
Join Forward Carers for an informative online session exploring Carers leave and your rights in the workplace.
Learn how the Carer’s Leave Act and other rights can support you as a working Carer. You’ll also learn how to approach conversations with your employer about your entitlements.
Aiden’s Story
You might be interested in this story from Aiden, an unforgettable young Carer from Walthamstow in London who has been looking after his mum for over half his life.
This short video shows Aiden and other young Carers enjoying a rare night off and Satvinder, the dedicated council worker who is working tirelessly improve recognition for the young Carers she works with.
There are more than one million young Carers in the UK, averaging the age of 12, which is the equivalent of two children in every school class.
Is Mum OK? Was released during Carers Week. Watch it here:
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Drop us a quick email here and let us know what you’d like more of.