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Carers UK
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Carers UK is the leading national charity for unpaid carers. We support, advocate for, champion and connect carers across the UK, so that no one has to care alone.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 1d
Our Chief Executive, Helen Walker, was interviewed on BBC Look North yesterday.

Hear all about the support available and what more we need to ensure all carers are adequately supported.

Catch up today:
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...
(Timestamp: 12 mins)
Look North (Yorkshire) - Evening News: 06/10/2025
The latest news, sport and weather for Yorkshire.
www.bbc.co.uk
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 2d
Did you see us on BBC Morning Live this morning? Our Head of Carer Services, Michael Shann, alongside some of our Care for a Cuppa attendees featured sharing their experiences with caring and the support they have found through our online sessions

www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... (Timestamp: 29 mins)
Morning Live - Series 7: 06/10/2025
Conversation, advice and tips to make your day that little bit easier.
www.bbc.co.uk
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 5d
Join us for a Share and Learn session with Designability.

They will run through their approach to design, how they put disabled people and their carers at the centre of their process and what good design looks like when it's inclusive.

https://go.carersuk.org/3IfHrXV
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 6d
SURPRISE a new lot has been added to our Silent Auction!

Bid now for an incredible evening of music all while supporting unpaid carers across the UK.

http://go.carersuk.org/auction2025?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_sps3lvav9c
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 6d
Have you used your rights as an unpaid carer?

For Carers Rights Day 2025 we would love to share stories and quotes from carers about the difference using your rights has made. www.carersuk.org/news-and-cam...
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 7d
We're excited that Portrait Artist of the Year is back tonight on Sky Arts! 🖌️

Did you know you could help us improve the lives of unpaid carers by bidding to own 'The Most Valuable Portrait' by renowned artist Colin Davidson of Jaycee?
go.carersuk.org/auction2025

#PAOTY #PortraitArtistOfTheYear
A portrait by Colin Davidson, featuring a person with braided hair, displayed on an easel against a brick wall. Below, text reads: "The Most Valuable Portrait: Celebration of Unpaid Carers - Colin Davidson, portrays Jaycee La Bouche."
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 7d
There are lots of ways to take part this Carers Rights Day including sharing information with carers, raising awareness on social media, or hosting your very own online or in person events.

Check out our resources and top tips to help get you started: www.carersuk.org/news-and-cam...
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 7d
UK landlines are going digital by Jan 2027.

We are working with BT to help carers understand what’s changing and how to help a loved one stay connected.

https://www.bt.com/about/all-ip/connected-together?utm_source=CarersUK&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=ConnectedTogether&utm_id=campaign
A smiling older woman and a child sit together, with colorful digital lines surrounding them. The text reads "Connected Together" and asks about the switch to digital landlines. The BT logo is in the bottom right corner.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 9d
On average 12,000 people a day become unpaid carers

We want to halve the time it takes them to recognise themselves as carers.

#ThisCountsAsCare

For more information and support: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 11d
Good luck to the England Red Roses today! 🏉🌹

Want to see them in action? Bid on four hospitality tickets for their Six Nations clash against Ireland — all while supporting unpaid carers across the UK:go.carersuk.org/auction2025
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 12d
NOW LIVE

We have launched our first ever silent auction!

Own a Colin Davidson portrait, experience the genius of Hans Zimmer, or hold a piece of history with Muhammad Ali’s signed glove.

Every bid helps change the lives of unpaid carers.

go.carersuk.org/auction2025
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 13d
Join us to unwind together, relax and explore our inner landscape. We will be learning meditation techniques as well as the development of goodwill and compassion towards ourselves and others.

https://go.carersuk.org/4nl8yji
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 13d
Know your rights, use your rights

This Carers Rights Day we want to ensure all carers know what rights they are entitled to and feel empowered to use them

📌 20 November 2025

https://go.carersuk.org/CRD
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 15d
A big thank you to Standard Life UK for sponsoring this important event.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 15d
Yesterday at the Liberal Democrats conference we were delighted to be joined by Helen Walker, Wendy Chamberlain MP, Alison Bennett MP, Tim Fassam, and Professor Kate Hamblin to discuss the challenges faced by those juggling work and care.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 16d
We’re at the @libdems.org.uk conference today.

Tiggy Walker, @eddavey.libdems.org.uk, and @helenmwalker.bsky.social are now live discussing Why Care Matters.

We’re looking forward to a conversation full of powerful insights on the importance of care in our communities, politics, and lives.
Helen Walker, Ed Davey and Tiggy Walker are seated on a stage in front of a screen that reads "Why Care Matters" along with text mentioning "Sir Ed Davey MP and Tiggy Walker in conversation with Helen Walker."
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 20d
Join us to unwind together, relax and explore our inner landscape. We will be learning meditation techniques as well as the development of goodwill and compassion towards ourselves and others.

https://go.carersuk.org/4mM0kRh
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 21d
We want to hear from you!

Tell us your story here: https://go.carersuk.org/42KxDvg?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_ehljopejt8
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 21d
The average person has a 50:50 chance of becoming a carer by the age of 50. Yet many carers are often unaware of their rights and what they're entitled to.

This Carers Rights Day we want to ensure all know carers know their rights and use their rights

www.carersuk.org/press-releas...
Quote in red text: “If you’re caring for someone, it’s important to know about your rights – this includes your employment rights, your right to request a Carer’s Assessment and to be consulted when the person you care for is discharged from hospital.” Below the quote, it is attributed to Helen Walker, Chief Executive, Carers UK. The Carers UK logo appears on the bottom left.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 24d
Carers UK is encouraged to hear that the Government is considering compensation for Carer’s Allowance overpayments - in today's @theguardian.com. Read our full reaction here: http://bit.ly/4psh7dS?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_hpmt34rhxv
Carers UK responds to Guardian article reporting that the Government is considering compensation for carers hit by the Carer’s Allowance scandal | Carers UK
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 27d
Join our supportive online community for unpaid carers.

Carers Connect is an online forum for Carers UK members where you can talk about anything related to caring.

Join today: https://go.carersuk.org/4jKG8Oc
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · 29d
Have you heard about our online solution #AccessAva?

You can find out about the rights you have and the rights of those you care for at just the click of a button 👉 https://go.carersuk.org/45zKe6V?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_xg3ka0w20f
A red graphic titled "How has Access Ava been helpful?" displays a testimonial: "I understand what I am entitled to in my current situation and know where to look for information if my situation changes.” Below, the logos of Access Ava and Carers UK are shown. In the background, there's a faded image of two people embracing.
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · Sep 8
Join us for our next Share and Learn session!

You’ll learn simple techniques to help calm anxious thoughts, manage stress, and feel more in control—even if you only have a minute to spare.

https://go.carersuk.org/4mFTEDX
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4
🎧 Tune in 🎧

Next Tuesday listen out for Good Enough by Georgia Fitch on @BBCRadio4 at 2.15pm

A funny and realistic play by one of our members about caring for elderly parents in the pandemic.

You don't want to miss it: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001fmxx
BBC Radio 4 - Drama on 4, Good Enough
Monica Dolan stars in a funny, frank drama about caring for mum and dad.
www.bbc.co.uk
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Carers UK @carers-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4
The #NHS10YearPlan will determine health services in England over the next decade.

If unpaid carers aren't identified, respected, and supported in this, the consequences will be felt in every hospital, clinic and community service.

Read our new report: https://go.carersuk.org/NHS-report
Two smiling men are seated in a hospital room, one in a hospital bed and the other in a chair. Text in the image reads: "44% of carers say the person they care for experienced an emergency admission or unplanned visit to hospital in the last 12 months." The logo for Carers UK is visible in the top right corner.
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