As we mark Carers Week 2025, Forward Carers is celebrating the incredible unpaid Carers who support loved ones every day –…

Volunteers’ Week during the first week of June celebrates and recognises the contributions of volunteers. Is volunteering something that you have…

Volunteers’ Week during the first week of June celebrates and recognises the contributions of volunteers. At Forward Carers we appreciate and…

Volunteers’ Week during the first week of June celebrates and recognises the contributions of volunteers. At Forward Carers we appreciate and…

As we begin Volunteers Week (2nd–8th June), we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to all…

Dementia Action Week, taking place from Monday 19th May to Sunday 25th May 2025, is a national initiative led by the Alzheimer’s Society and supported by organisations, communities, and individuals across the UK.It is a vital opportunity to raise awareness, improve understanding, and inspire action to support those living with Dementia and the Carers who support them. 🧠 What is Dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities.There are many different types of Dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common. Dementia is not a natural part of ageing — it is caused by diseases of the brain.While it is more common in people over 65, younger people can also be affected. Living with Dementia can be challenging, not just for the individual, but also for the family members and friends who take on caring responsibilities. Raising awareness and promoting understanding helps create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone affected. 💬 Why Dementia Action Week Matters Dementia Action Week is about more than just raising awareness — it is about taking action.By improving knowledge and understanding, we can tackle stigma, encourage early diagnosis, and ensure that those living with Dementia and their Carers have access to the support they need. Key aims of Dementia Action Week include: 🌍 How You Can Support Dementia Action Week Everyone has a part to play in making a difference. Here are a few ways you can get involved: Together, we can create a society that is more inclusive, supportive, and empowering for those living with Dementia and their Carers. While a diagnosis can be life-changing, it does not define a person.By working together, raising awareness, and taking positive action, we can build communities where everyone affected by Dementia feels valued, understood, and supported. This week — and every week — let’s take action for a better future for people living with Dementia and those who care for them.

Wednesday 12th March is Young Carers Action Day – a day to raise awareness of the UK’s Young Carers. A Young Carer…

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On Carers Rights Day, 21 November 2024, Carers UK has released another new report. Carers UK’s State of Caring 2024: The…