Essential Resources for Unpaid Carers
Navigating the Support Landscape
In this section, we present a carefully curated selection of links that offer invaluable assistance to unpaid carers. Recognising the complexities of caregiving, VOICES ADFOCAD aims to provide easy access to essential information that can help lighten the load for those who devote their time and effort to the care of loved ones.
Our links encompass a wide range of support services, including local community initiatives, national organisations focused on carers' needs, and resources for practical guidance on care management. Whether you are seeking advice, emotional support, or practical tools, our resource hub is tailored to empower you in your caregiving journey.
By connecting carers with the right resources, VOICES ADFOCAD hopes to enhance the overall wellbeing of both carers and those they care for. We encourage you to explore the links provided to find the support you need and to stay informed about the services available to you.
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Caring Life - A personal blog on the life of an Unpaid Carer
In his insightful blog, Mike O'Brien offers a poignant glimpse into the world of unpaid carers, sharing his personal experiences and reflections on the challenges and rewards of this vital role. Through heartfelt narratives and practical advice, he delves into the emotional and physical toll of caregiving while highlighting the importance of support networks and self-care. Mike's writing not only sheds light on the often overlooked struggles faced by unpaid carers but also emphasises the profound sense of purpose and fulfillment that comes with providing care to loved ones. His engaging storytelling invites readers to understand the complexities of this journey and to foster a greater appreciation for those who selflessly give their time and energy to support others.
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DementiaWho!
Caring for someone with dementia is a journey. When you first get on board, you know absolutely nothing. You get directed to various websites, organisations and if you’re lucky will have someone in your corner who can help.
But if you’re like me, you’re left alone to get on with it. You learn as you go.
So I’m sharing our journey with you – what we learn and practical advice on what works in the hope it helps someone else. I hope you’ll join us because being a dementia caregiver is tough.
I thought I could handle anything, little did I know. Being a carer is a different ball game. It started with a fight.
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We Care Campaign
We’re a unique, award winning grassroots campaign of unpaid carers and those who support us.
We’re a team of volunteers. We fit our campaigning around our caring roles, our families, and our jobs. It’s real life, it’s messy and there’s never enough time. We’re driven to succeed because carers, all carers deserve so much better.
We’re building a community of networked carer campaigners across the UK. Our community campaigns on issues that are important to us.
We’re all about amplifying carer voices to decision makers, organisations, society, and each other.
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National Unpaid Carers Union and Forum
The founder of the NUCUF, Leo left full time employment to become a Full time carer in January 2024 to his mother-in-law.
"shortly after making my claim for carers allowance, I became aware of over 130,000 cases of carers being convicted in court of fraud, due to a fault in communication between carers and the Department for Work and Pensions. I was shocked to see such action being taken against carers who provide free care to either friends or loved ones, and to the benefit of the economy and the NHS. Carers are expected to survive on a benefit that frankly, is an insult to over 5.9 million vulnerable people"
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