A Bath and North East Somerset unpaid carer has helped ensure the experiences of local families are represented in the national debate over the future of social care. Sophie, a member of The Carers’ Centre advisory group Carers’ Voice, attended an event on Wednesday 29 July where Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out the government’s...
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Carers’ Centre urges unpaid carers to get winter-ready with money advice and ‘Chat with Charlie’
Unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset are being encouraged to prepare for the colder months by making the most of the financial and practical support available through The Carers’ Centre. The charity is urging anyone caring for a loved one to explore ways to maximise their income, access energy advice and apply for...
Caring for someone you love? You are not alone and support is available
Most of us will find ourselves caring for a loved one – or being cared for by one – at some point in our lives. The person we’re supporting might be a parent, partner, child or a friend who needs help, for reasons including illness, frailty, disability, mental health problems or addiction. The care being...
The Carers’ Centre Bath is looking for volunteers to help those in need
The Carers’ Centre for Bath and North East Somerset has received nearly 1,000 hours of volunteer time in the last year, thanks to its committed team of volunteers. Its now looking for more volunteers to helping providing this crucial service. As part of its offer, this small local charity provides free wellbeing activities to support...
Royal High School students raise £300 for the Carers’ Centre in Bath
Royal High School Bath Year 7 student Niamh has been fundraising for The Carers’ Centre in Bath, a charity that has provided invaluable support to her and her family. With her mum preparing to run the Bath Half Marathon next weekend to raise money for the centre, Niamh was determined to do her part. While she’s too young to take...
The Carers’ Centre in Bath wins Excellence for Carers Award
The Carers’ Centre in Bath is delighted to have received an Excellence for Carers Award from Carers Trust. The award is the standard for best practice in services, advice and information for unpaid carers. The Carers’ Centre is part of the Carers Trust’s network of local carer organisations and was rigorously assessed for its service,...
The Carers’ Centre Bath launches Carer Money Matters advice service
The Carers’ Centre in Bath is now providing free, independent advice for carers on energy saving, energy debt and on wider money matters as well. Many carers are now facing the dilemma of either needing to reduce their paid hours or, in some cases, leaving work altogether because of the pressures of their caring...