t is estimated there are around 700,000 young carers in the UK. Despite the high number of children and young people looking after their loved one, it can be difficult to find support as a young carer.
A new study has revealed that adults can have a 50 per cent chance of becoming a carer, with half of women expected to be carers by the age of 46.
Caring comes in many different forms and each experience is unique. During Carers Week 2019 (10 – 16 June), the theme will focus on ensuring carers can get connected in their local communities.
As a carer it can be easy to let your own health slip down on your list of priorities. Today (30 November 2018) is Carers…
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…
Due to a lack of appropriate support in the community, unpaid carers are reluctantly taking their loved ones to A&E, according to new research published…
Carers UK is calling for the Government, local authorities and health bodies to redouble their efforts to support England’s 5.4 million unpaid carers, as new…
Carers UK hails a “significant victory for carers” today as the Government announced it will change the law to exempt allcarers in receipt of Carer’s Allowance from the benefit cap….
As the Government prepares to respond to a High Court ruling that the benefit cap unfairly discriminates against carers, Carers UK is calling for all…
Charity launches new online guide to carers’ rights as research reveals extent to which carers are missing out on vital support This Carers Rights Day…
Value of carers’ contribution doubles in 15 years, as state support declines Today, a new report from Carers UK and the University of Sheffield reveals…
Percentage of hospitals charging patients for parking doubles in a decade; with 63% of NHS Trusts who charge for parking increasing their fees since 2014…
Responding to new figures released today (Monday 10 August) from the DWP, revealing that 95% of carers who are entitled to Carer’s Credit* are not…
Carers UK calls for a ‘new deal for carers’ Last week, ahead of the Emergency Budget where cuts of £12bn to welfare spending are expected…
Carers UK and Buddi team up to offer discounted personal emergency service In a bid to support the UK’s 6.5 million unpaid carers and the…