Hi everyone — I’m Cheryl! I’ve been working in care for a good few years now, across different settings — from supporting individuals in their homes to working alongside families and care teams. Over time I realised something really important: carers spend so much time caring for others that we often forget to have a space that cares for us. That’s why I created The Care Collective — a place for carers, support workers, and anyone in social care to connect, learn, and share real experiences. Here you’ll find: 💬 A friendly community that gets it 🎓 Short, practical courses for skill-building and confidence ☕ Coffee chats, Q&As, and space to talk about real life in care 💡 Encouragement, ideas, and a bit of laughter along the way I’m really glad you’re here. Please take a moment to introduce yourself below — where you work, what drew you into care, or even just a fun fact about you. We look after others every day — this is a space that looks after us, too 💙 — Cheryl

Hey everyone 👋 Welcome to The Care Collective — a space created for carers, by carers. Whether you’re brand new to care or have years of experience, this is your corner to connect, learn, and feel supported. Here you’ll find: 💬 Community chats – a place to share wins, questions, and ideas. 🎓 Courses & lessons – practical training to help you grow in your care career. ☕ Coffee chats – relaxed group calls to talk about life, work, and everything in between. ❓ Q&A sessions – real talk about real situations in care. This is a safe and positive space — no judgment, just support, honesty, and good energy. If you’re new, say hi in the comments below 👇 Tell us who you are, what kind of care work you do (or want to do), and what you hope to get out of this community. Let’s make caring for others start with caring for ourselves. 💜 — Cheryl