Family Support Service
The Family Support Service can provide information and support about the needs of your family member with a severe learning disability. Our support is confidential, and we won’t judge you or tell you what to do.
Carers’ Catch Ups
An informal and safe place to speak with other families online about the highs, lows and everything in between. Occasionally we will also be hosting guest speakers to chat with families about hot topics and offer general information. We are in the process of arranging guest speakers, so keep an eye on the website and our social media pages for more info!
Current general timetable
Chat with others who understand the ups and downs of caring for and about someone with a severe learning disability.
Wednesday 18th June 2025: 10am – 11am (Families of under 18’s)
Monday 7th July 2025 : 10am – 11am (Families of over 18’s)
Wednesday 23rd July 2025: 10am – 11am (Families of under 18’s)
Monday 4th August 2025 : 10am – 11am (Families of over 18’s)
Wednesday 20th August 2025: 10am – 11am (Families of under 18’s)
Monday 8th September 2025: 10am – 11am (Families of over 18’s)
Wednesday 17th September 2025: 10am – 11am (Families of under 18’s)
Please note these are not training sessions, they are hosted by a volunteer with lived experience.
If you would like further information, or to join us at any of these sessions, please email support@thecbf.org.uk.
Listening Ear Calls
Support calls from a fellow family carer who is trained in active listening.
Sometimes it helps to ‘offload’ to someone who understands what you are going through. This is not a counselling, information or advice service. These calls will be purely a listening ear, giving you the time to talk. The support is non-judgmental and confidential.
For more information or to book a call, please email support@thecbf.org.uk or call 0300 666 0126
Please be aware we are a UK based charity and can only offer this service to families within the UK.
Private Facebook group: The CBF Family Forum
The private Facebook group, The CBF Family Forum, is open to family carers of children and adults with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges. The group moderators are CBF volunteers and family carers. The group is a welcoming and supportive community, with opportunities to share personal experiences, ask and answer questions and form relationships with one another.
To join the private group, click on the link below, answer three eligibility questions, and agree to a set of group rules. Applications to join are then reviewed by CBF volunteer administrators.
The CBF Family Forum | Facebook
Family Carers’ Email Network
Join our Family Carers’ Email Network and get in touch with families around the UK to share experiences, get information and peer support.
