The Care Show Swindon

Kevin and Hannah attended an event at Willowbrook View Care Home on Wednesday evening and fell in love with the whole ethos of the staff and home. The residents were all so happy and enjoying themselves and nothing was too much for the staff there.

They have so much going on and four months of events are displayed for relatives to see so that they know what's available to their family members. This is such an amazing standard of care and it's easy to see how they got their brilliant CQC rating.

Do you know a care provider, charity, community organisation or wellbeing service that leads with compassion?

The Care Awards are a chance to recognise the work that often happens quietly, consistently and without expectation of praise.

A nomination can mean so much to someone who gives their best every day.

www.thecareawards.co.uk

🤝 Make meaningful connections at our upcoming Care and Share Networking event.

Join us for a welcoming opportunity to meet local professionals, exchange ideas and build genuine relationships within the Swindon business and care communities.

Care and Share Networking is about more than handing out business cards. It is a space to have valuable conversations, discover opportunities to collaborate and connect with people who share a commitment to strengthening our local community.

Hosted by Hannah Edwards and Kevin Griffiths from The Care Show, the evening includes:

💬 Structured networking
🤝 Four 10-minute one-to-one conversations
🌟 Open networking opportunities
🎤 A guest speaker
🎟️ A charity raffle supporting Ainslie's Pavilion Project
🍽️ Food included with your ticket

⏰ 6pm to 8.30pm on September 8th 2026
📍 Royal Wootton Bassett Rugby Club
🎟️ £30 per person

Find the full event details and book your place here:

🔗 https://thecareshow.co.uk/event/care-and-share-networking-2/

We look forward to welcoming you.

📅 Save the date for The Care Show!

Join us on **Saturday 10 October at 10am** at **New College Swindon, Queens Drive** for a welcoming day celebrating the people, services and organisations making a difference across health, social care and wellbeing.

Whether you work in the sector, support a loved one or simply want to discover what help is available in our community, The Care Show is a place to connect, learn and feel inspired.

We look forward to welcoming you! 💙

Register to visit at https://thecareshow.co.uk/event/the-care-show-swindon/

Check out one of our exhibitors at the show in October!

Caring for someone you love can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to manage everything else in life too.

iCare4 is here to give families the support they need.

We provide friendly, practical home support for older adults across Wiltshire, helping with everyday tasks, companionship and the little things that make home life feel easier.

Whether your loved one needs help with shopping, light housekeeping, appointments or simply someone kind to spend time with, we are here to help.

Because support for them can also mean peace of mind for you.

Call 01793 987470
www.icare4.uk

📣 Calling all care, health and wellbeing exhibitors

The Care Show is bringing together organisations, professionals and innovators who are passionate about improving lives across Swindon, Wiltshire and beyond.

We are currently welcoming exhibitor enquiries from:

• Care homes and home-care providers
• Health and wellbeing services
• Assistive technology and equipment suppliers
• Mobility and accessibility specialists
• Nutrition and hydration providers
• Training, recruitment and workforce-support organisations
• Mental health and emotional wellbeing services
• Community groups, charities and voluntary organisations
• Financial, legal and professional services supporting the care sector
• Therapy, activity and enrichment providers
• Independent living and rehabilitation services
• Products and services supporting dignity, independence and quality of life

Exhibiting at The Care Show is an opportunity to meet care professionals, families, members of the public and fellow service providers, while building meaningful connections across the local care community.

📅 Saturday 10 October
🕙 From 10am
📍 New College Swindon, Queens Drive

Be part of a day focused on collaboration, inclusion and celebrating the people and organisations making a difference in care.

Get in touch with The Care Show team to discuss exhibitor opportunities by emailing [email protected]

Calling all care and wellbeing businesses.

Would you like to showcase your services to care professionals, families, community organisations and members of the public across Swindon, Wiltshire and beyond?

The Care Show is now welcoming exhibitors for our next event, and we would love to hear from organisations that support people to live well, safely and with dignity.

Whether you provide care, wellbeing services, technology, training, equipment, advice or community support, this is your opportunity to connect with the people who need to know about you.

Date: Saturday 10 October
Time: 10am
Location: New College, Queens Drive, Swindon

Get in touch to find out more about exhibiting.

www.thecareshow.co.uk

It would be great if you could help with some research. Where in Swindon and Wiltshire fits the criteria below? It doesn't have to be ALL of it! If you know places that fit a lot of it, some of it etc please let us know!

Arrival & parking
- Blue Badge parking nearby
- Accessible parking bays clearly marked
- Level route from parking to the entrance
- Safe drop-off point
- Accessible public transport nearby
- Clear signs directing visitors to the entrance
- Entrance access
- Step-free entrance
- Permanent or portable ramp
- Wide doorway
- Automatic or easy-to-open door
- Low or no threshold
- Doorbell or assistance button available
- Alternative accessible entrance clearly signposted

Moving around inside
- Level access throughout
- Lift available between floors
- Wide corridors & doorways
- Enough space for wheelchair manoeuvring
- Movable seating & tables
- Accessible service counter or reception desk
- Seating available for people who cannot stand for long
- Handrails where needed

Toilets & changing facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Changing Places toilet
- Toilet on the same level as the main facilities
- Enough transfer space
- Grab rails
- Emergency assistance cord
- Accessible sink & hand dryer
- Clear route to the toilet

Hearing & communication
- Hearing loop
- Staff willing to communicate in different ways
- Written information available
- Captions on videos
- Visual alarms or alerts
- Quiet area for conversations
- Clear signage
- Menus or information available online

Visual accessibility
- Good lighting
- High-contrast signs
- Large-print information
- Braille or tactile signs
- Clear glass doors marked at eye level
- Steps & level changes clearly marked
- Staff available to provide guidance

Sensory accessibility
- Quiet area
- Information about noise levels
- Information about lighting
- Reduced-sensory sessions
- Ability to avoid busy periods
- No strong fragrances, where possible
- Predictable layout & clear directions
- Staff understanding of sensory needs

Staff & service
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Disability-awareness-trained staff
- Staff available to help when requested
- Personal assistant or carer discount
- Flexible seating arrangements
- Accessible booking or ordering process
- Clear contact details for accessibility questions
- Willingness to make reasonable adjustments

Friday thought: care is not only about meeting needs. It is about protecting dignity, independence and choice.

That is why we are proud to support conversations that bring care professionals, families, suppliers, wellbeing services and the wider community together.

📅 The Care Show
Saturday 10 October, 10am
New College, Queens Drive, Swindon

www.thecareshow.co.uk