The reality of Carers Week
It’s come to that time of year again where it’s Carer’s Week. The 6th June - 12th June is the national week to raise awareness for care...
06
Jun
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07
Mar
Unpaid carers and the fear of losing themselves
In 2021, Kate Garraway opened up her husband, Derek, being critically ill in hospital with COVID. Fast forward to 2022, Kate is back on...
02
Mar
Peer Pressure, Guilt, and Duty
It's not uncommon to experience peer pressure and guilt, due to a person's caring duties
The strain as a carer, juggling our jobs, fami...
15
Dec
Bridgit Care Winter Response: Press Release
Reducing delayed discharge lead times and the pressure on health and social care teams this winter across the UK,...
18
Aug
How to secure donations for your charity in a changing world
Outside pressures affect charities in much the same way as they do businesses with cash flow being one of the toughest challenges....
30
Jun
Episode 3: Malcolm was more than a carer for his wife Margaret
https://youtu.be/8C9AYPgK1ss"My name's Malcolm Reed, I'm 76 years of age and I'm here to talk to you about my experience of looking aft...
21
Jun
Episode 2: Maud is more than a carer for her mother-in-law
I work full time doing work I love (luckily) and I'm an enthusiastic wife, mum, step mum, step grandma, daughter, aunt, sister ...
16
Jun
“Thanking us is one thing, helping is another” – Unpaid carers react to PMs #CarersWeek comment
Last week was #CarersWeek, the annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and highlight the challenges unpaid carers f...
08
Jun
My loved one is becoming disconnected from world events
My loved one is becoming disconnected from world events
08
Jun
I helped care for nana during her final few months
Ally is 18-25 years old, enjoys reading, going to the gym and spending time with loved ones.
This is her story, in her own words.
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