Training, events and activities for carers
Carers in Swindon can access a range of different training and leisure opportunities through a carers assessment.
Training courses may provide help with your caring role, or provide a welcome break through learning something completely different.
There are also a range of leisure and social activities for carers both young and not so young – this could be anything from support groups and pamper days to coffee mornings or residential weekends for young carers.
Information and contact details on the Swindon Carers Centre website:
Carers Week
Carers Week is a yearly campaign that aims to:
- highlight and celebrate the contribution made by carers
- campaign for better support and services for carers
- promote policies and best practice that can improve carers' quality of life
- reach out to 'hidden' carers, ensuring they know where to find help and support
Carers Rights Day
Every year Carers UK organises Carers Rights Day to:
- increase the take up of benefits - it's estimated millions of carer's benefits aren't claimed each year
- make sure carers know their rights - every year more than 2 million people become carers, but many don't identify themselves as carers and miss out on support. Even those who have been caring for years sometimes aren't aware of their entitlements
- guide carers towards practical support - it's not just about benefits. Carers often do not realise practical support is available, like replacement care to give them time off, help with lifting and bathing, equipment and home adaptations that can be vital in protecting carers' health
- raise awareness of the needs of carers - Carers Rights Day raises awareness of the needs of carers with the public, decision makers and professionals