At the Care Collective we are here to support unpaid carers living across the Vale of Glamorgan by offering up to 10 sessions of free counselling. #WorldMentalHealthDay Please share 🙏

Here’s a few important numbers for anyone who might be struggling with the rising cost of living. For emotional support, we're here to listen - in English or Welsh. For practical advice and support, we recommend getting in touch with @CABCymru & @StepChange

What books could you read after an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis? 📚 We've put together a list that might offer some comfort after a diagnosis. 💙 Are there any books that you found helpful? 👇 Learn more: https://t.co/4iPm0TkqPK #WorldAlzheimersMonth #NationalReadABookDay

The Care Collective team are at Torfaen Learning Zone, pop along for a chat with Sam and Amber and take part in their quiz. There may be a prize! @coleggwent @BoardGwent @CarerFriendly @Gwenthub

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Our carer friendly officer Sam getting his groove on with a few of our carers at the hub on Wednesday! If you are an unpaid carer and want to join for a cuppa, come through to the Pontypool hub 10-1! #CarersGotGroove #MamaMia

Have you heard of Discounts for Carers? Whether you're a paid or unpaid carer, they have a huge range of discounts, money-saving deals and vouchers for you. Take a look at what they have to offer here: https://t.co/YjTdTjvcXF #Discountforcarers #Caringforcarers #CarersUK

Altruistic August - Day 25: Give your time, energy or attention to help someone in need https://t.co/9GXWDRE7ia #AltruisticAugust

According to @CarersUK Carers already save the Welsh economy £8.1 billion a year. Despite having rights in law, implemented in 2016, many unpaid carers are failing to receive the help and support they need to care for loved ones.

Common symptoms of dementia, from the Alzheimer's society, #support in Wales 24/7 #advice #signposting for anyone struggling to cope with #dementia 0808 808 2235 jer https://t.co/CZuBC4FWvj

The Carers Support Fund is open now! Are you an unpaid carer? Apply for a one-off grant to help meet today's financial pressures with vouchers from Argos, Tesco & Asda. Apply now! https://t.co/YTtA4BdS60

‘Sadly, my wife and I have both had fathers who had Alzheimer’s for over a decade.' Daniel Baum has shared this beautiful poem with us about his Dad’s journey with dementia. 💙 If you, or someone you know, needs support, please call our Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456.

Social Care Wales estimate that 12 per cent of the population of Wales are unpaid carers and this figure could increase to 16 per cent by 2037. Check out our Carer Friendly Accreditations at https://t.co/XzQZjxC043 We help organisation to support unpaid carers in Gwent.

When #dementia symptoms develop in people under the age of 65, it is known as ‘young onset dementia’. Getting a prompt diagnosis means support can be put in place to help the person live as well as possible with the condition. Read more information: https://t.co/GV9zpwsfeY

No carer should have to compromise their health and wellbeing to provide essential care. The government must urgently provide a properly funded care system which supports disabled people and allows carers a break.

Dementia is caused by a number of diseases that affect the brain, the most common is Alzheimers. To learn more about the different types of dementia, click here: https://t.co/KsxgqEbOXG #dementiafriends #livingwellwithdementia #medical #understanding

If you are struggling with your #mentalhealth we are here 24/7 on 0800 132 737 for support and advice. rb

Altruistic August - Day 1: Set an intention to be kind to others (and yourself) this month https://t.co/9GXWDRE7ia #AltruisticAugust

Feeling sad, fearful, angry, rejected, and helpless are completely natural emotions when someone close to you is diagnosed with dementia. You are not alone. There are things you can do to help you cope. Call us for support on 0333 150 3456 or visit https://t.co/e0V5HUd7vL

DID YOU KNOW? @CarersUK state that 31% of unpaid carers have been caring for 15 years or more, 14% for 10-14 years, 23% for 5-9 years, 28% for 1-4 years and 3% for less than a year. Regardless of how long you have been caring for ... You Matter! Visit @1CareCollective 😀