The Adult Carer Survey

The Adult Carer Survey

The Adult Carer Survey report of nearly 3,500 unpaid carers showed that a sizeable proportion of carers said the NHS did not understand their caring responsibilities. More training and education will allow unpaid carers to be better supported. Full report:...
Case Study – Ruby and Daisy

Case Study – Ruby and Daisy

The importance of friendship with other Young Carers Ruby and Daisy are both 13 years old and have a caring role at home. Ruby cares for her 9-year-old brother who has severe Autism and Daisy has a father who is an amputee and a young sister with severe brain damage....
Case Study – Carol

Case Study – Carol

‘It’s my only break in the week when he attends the group’ Carol is 88 years of age and a full time Carer for her husband Sid and they have been married for 67 years. Sid was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s 5 years ago. Sid has been attending the Epping Activity Group for...