Carer Partners: In sickness and in health
Spending the rest of your life with the person you love is a wonderful adventure. However, when a spouse becomes disabled it can put a strain on…
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More than 3,000 younger people with MS living in care homes for the elderly
The golden years of care
15-minute care visits are being commissioned by councils
A family carer crisis in on the horizon for adults with disabilities
Did you watch Silent Witness episode about care home abuse last night?
What you can do for Young Carers Awareness Day
Schools failing young carers
New research shows carers going unidentified in the workplace
Employers are being urged to increase support for unpaid carers in the workplace, as workers fail to identify ‘hidden’ carers amongst their colleagues. According to…
8 out of 10 carers have felt lonely or socially isolated
New research from Carers UK has shown that unpaid carers need greater support, and are feeling isolated and lonely. The charity say that greater understanding…
Not enough value placed on unpaid care says general public
The UK public does not feel that unpaid carers are sufficiently valued, according to a new online public poll published today (12 June) for the…
Even the tech-savvy remain unaware of technology that could support them caring for loved ones
A new online public poll published today by the charity, Carers UK, shows consumers are missing out on the benefits of technology when it comes…
Charities join forces to Build Carer Friendly Communities
We are all looking for someone to love, and for someone to love and care for us in return. I hope to find the…
Would you use an ‘on-demand’ carer?
A new Uber-style service that allows families to book carers on demand is being rolled out nationally. Following the success of instant booking services such…