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Winter is a season of joy and celebration for many, with festivities like Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Eve bringing families and friends together. However, for many unpaid carers, this period can be particularly challenging. The combination of financial pressures, emotional strain, and the demands of caring can make it difficult to fully participate in […]

Protection Against Discrimination and Harassment If you’re an unpaid Carer for an elderly or disabled person, it’s essential to know that the law recognises and protects your rights. Caring for someone with specific needs can sometimes mean encountering unfair treatment or barriers in various aspects of life. Fortunately, the Equality Act 2010 provides essential protections […]

November hosts the annual Carers Rights Day and this year it is on Thursday 21st  2024. Over that week, there will be local and national events you can attend to learn more about your entitlement to help, advice and support. Keep your eye out for our November Newsletter to see the events Forward Carers, local councils […]

How are you? We want to check in and see how things are going, with some wise words from the Carers we speak with. Looking after yourself is vital, but it can be challenging to prioritise when you are juggling many areas of your life.   Carers have shared the following reflections… Try to do at least one […]

Did you know many visitor attractions and leisure facilities offer free entry for unpaid Carers? If the person you care for needs you to access the venue or event (for example, to go to a visitor attraction), then they are covered by the Equality Act 2010. For example, they may need your support physically, emotionally or due to […]

At Forward Carers, we understand the vital role that Carers play in our communities. Whether you’re providing care for a loved one or supporting others in need, your experiences and insights are invaluable. That’s why we’re excited to share an important opportunity for you to make your voice heard and help shape the future of […]

Today marks the start of Carers Week 2024 and the publication of Carers UK’s Carers Week report: No Choice But To Care. The report shows that 10 million adults – 62% of current and former unpaid Carers – had no choice in taking on their caring role due to a lack of alternative care options, according […]

We are thrilled to announce that the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) has recognised our support for unpaid Carers in Dorset and approved us as an example of Great Practice. ADASS’ Supporting Carers Hub showcases Great Practice and has been created as a resource for social care teams and other organisations working to […]

As part of National Carers Week, the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s Teatime Trio are performing a special Concert for Carers, celebrating the invaluable contributions made by unpaid Carers to both their families and to the community. Forward Carers is proud to support this exceptional concert, in partnership with BCP Council, being held by the BSO on Tuesday 11 […]