New commission to look at funding care
New: Health Secretary, Andrew Lansley, announces a Commission on the Funding of Social Care. Carers UK welcomes this, questions where it will fit into plans for welfare reform and warns we cannot wait any longer as the care system is crumbling. more... 20.07.10
International Carers Conference
New: The International Carers Conference featured cutting edge debate from world experts on care, ageing and technology. Read Carers UK's blog and see photos from the event. 12.07.10
What will Budget mean for carers?
What will the coalition Government's emergency budget mean for carers? Read Carers UK's briefing on the detail and how we think it will affect those caring unpaid for family and friends. more… 01.07.10
Charity of the Month
New: On Monday 9th August, Deal or No Deal Bingo will be raising money for Carers UK. 50% of the prize pool from games taking place between 7-9pm will be donated. Sign up today and support carers. more...
Number of full-time carers doubled
New research from NHS shows twice as many carers are facing heavy caring roles. Carers UK says this is yet more evidence of the need for urgent rethink of how society supports those who are shouldering heavy responsibilities. more... 30.06.10
You are not alone
There are 6 million carers in the UK, providing unpaid care for ill, frail or disabled family members, friends and partners. Join our online forum to chat with other carers and to get advice and support. more... 21.06.10
