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Online Carers advice, guidance and information self-help platform Bridgit Care has helped more than 3,000 carers across Dorset since it was launched in May. The accessible one-stop-shop platform, which connects Carers to key services to support and inform them about local community events, has proved popular for people looking for information about Carers’ allowances, benefits, […]

Join our free 30-minute online session specifically created for businesses and organisations to discover how they can become carer friendly. Date: Monday 20 November 2023Time: 1.00 – 1.30 pmBooking: Reserve your free place on Eventbrite What will you learn?This 30-minute presentation provides valuable insights into what we mean by Carers and supports you to understand the challenges […]

Are you providing care for a partner, family member or friend? Join us for a free 30-minute online session about the benefits of our Carer Friendly ID Card. Date: Tuesday 21 November 2023Time: 7.30 pm – 8.00 pmBooking: Reserve your free place on Eventbrite Join us for a friendly online event on Tuesday 21 November 2023 […]

Carers Rights Day is an annual event held on 24 November run by Carers UK to raise awareness of Carer’s rights and what support is available. The Theme for Carers Rights Day is Your Rights: today, tomorrow and in the future. If you look after someone who needs your help due to a disability, serious […]

The ‘Our Dorset’ ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and care outcomes and live healthier, longer and fulfilling lives. That’s why our NHS organisations, councils and voluntary and community partners are working together in partnership to recognise, support and value unpaid Carers of all ages in Dorset County.  These organisations include:  […]

Dorset County Council would like to know about your experiences and what you think about day opportunities. If you have an interest in day opportunities, even if you don’t use them now, but might in the future, please share your views in this Better Days 2023 Survey. There are a significant number of people in […]

The annual triathlon race, is taking place in Weymouth on Sunday 17 September will require some roads to close for the safety of the athletes. Road closures are widely publicised, with many householders close to the race course receiving information through their doors about road closures. Essential Access for CarersEssential access for carers will be facilitated […]

Reduce stress for less with this NEW discount from Touch and Co where Carers can enjoy some valuable me time with a reduced price on all full-priced treatments. Touch and Co is run by Christine Faulder who is a holistic massage and relaxation therapist with treatment rooms in Broadstone, Dorset. What is the Discount?Christine Faulder, […]

Today, Carers Week focuses on older Carers so we would like to highlight what support we can offer to you if you care for someone who may be old and frail or living with dementia. There are organisations that have signed up to our Carer Friendly ID Card and either offer a discount or embrace […]