This Carers Week, the theme is 'Caring About Equality' and we want to share all that we do to support and advocate unpaid carers here at Carers First 💜 . No matter the caring situation, we encourage carers to seek the help and treatment they deserve, providing them the

Carers Trust's Protect From Home campaign launches on Tuesday 22 July, and it calls for a legal right to a break for unpaid carers 👇. Nearly half of unpaid carers go without a break, let's change that. This is a vital chance to try and make a difference in carers' lives, and

Many thanks to the Little Village Tea Shop in Saltfleetby for hosting a lovely get together for some of our wonderful carers, the cakes were delicious 🍰 Thank you to Mercers for funding these events! 💜. This event was suggested by several of our carers, please comment below if

Do you want to inspire and manage a team dedicated to supporting unpaid carers? You could be our next Director of Income and Engagement! 🌟. This is a crucial role at Carers First, overseeing a team with the aim to improve the lives of carers. The ideal candidate will have

Friday 18 July marks the start of South Asian Heritage Month 🧡 We'd like to take this time to recognise and honour South Asian carers and the positive impact they have on the people they care for. Your dedication makes a world of difference 💜. South Asian Heritage Month

Here are some lovely photos from our most recent knitting and crochet group in Merton 💜. Some of the feedback from carers who attended included: "I am so grateful for this group. If I hadn’t come here, I would have stayed at home and felt really depressed. Its just nice sitting

🗣️ Your voice matters - volunteer to test out our new online chat function, designed to better support carers like yourself!. This is your chance to tell us what works, what doesn't, and what you need from an online support service. All you'll have to do is:.👉 Try out the chat

Carers First are searching for a motivated and determined individual with experience in health and social care, good communication skills and an NVQ level 2 education or equivalent relevant experience, to become our new Wellbeing and Community Engagement Officer based in

Have you heard about the Lincoln Half Marathon hosted by @runforall in October? 🏃‍♀️🏃. We're looking for participants to join us, whether you'd like to run or just be there to support us on the day, we'd love for you to be there! 💜. For more information, contact

Who doesn't love a nice fresh walk on a sunny day? 🌳☀️. Here are some photos from our recent Care2Walk around South Essex on Friday 11 July. Carers explored the great beautiful Hockley Woods! Visit our website to book onto the next one! #Care2Walk

🌟 Sign up to our Caring Confidently Course! 🌟. Through four useful sessions, you'll learn more about how to take care of your health and wellbeing as a carer, as well as how to advocate for yourself within your role, particularly in healthcare and professional settings. If

Last Thursday, Maldon carers enjoyed an exciting lunch sail on a barge called Hydrogen from Maldon Quayside. This event was funded by ECCF for rural carers 55+ yrs old. Many carers attended with there being 33 of us! We had perfect weather and the event was enjoyed by all! ⛵☀️

Our Family Empowerment Workshops are back this Autumn, beginning on Saturday 27 September! 🍂. The workshops are designed to provide guidance to families with carers, offering them the tools they need to gain confidence in their caring role. We aim to help carers to increase

"Being acknowledged [as a carer] is so so important. " 💜. Douglas Hamandishe perfectly described how it feels to be seen and understood as a carer at a recent Windrush event where Carers First partnered with David Lawrence to bring carers together with music, stories and

Still smiling from our wonderful Windrush event last Saturday! ☀️🎉. We danced, shared stories, ate delicious food and made connections during this forgettable day! 🌟. The event was a huge success, with special visits from previous Deputy Mayor, Douglas Hamandishe and current

This International Non-Binary People’s Day, we want to remind all our carers that we are an inclusive, welcoming space, there to support you 💜. You can access our support and resources, or talk to one of our friendly team members, at any time by visitng our website

Carers enjoying a ride on the steam train at Loughborough steam railway today! 🚂☀️. Check out our website for more fun events near you #LincolnshireCarers #CarersFirst

Merton young carers took a trip to see the tennis at Wimbledon last Sunday, they had centre court tickets from the Wimbledon Foundation. They also had strawberries and cream. A great day out! ☀️. #WimbledonFoundation #Merton #CarersFirst

You can help us win one of ten £100 donations! 📢🌟. Shop with participating retailers on s competition page before Sunday 20 July and Carers First will get an entry into the prize draw. You'll be helping to support carers whilst you shop!. Sign up today

Carers First are hiring a new Carer Support Benefits Adviser 🌟. We're looking for someone with a working knowledge of social care and health, particularly in relation to adults, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and knowledge of DWP benefits, particularly in

Helping the person you care for to be independent when living with a physical disability this #DisabilityPrideMonth 🌟. Our helpful article offers you some points to consider when maintaining the independence of the person you're caring for, including:. 👉 Advocacy, communication