About the Campaign
This year, Carers Rights Day was on Thursday 21 November – and this year’s theme was recognising your rights. To help you understand your rights, we highlighted key resources that are available to you. These resources can assist you in recognising your legal rights and entitlements, enabling you to thrive in your role as a carer. Navigating challenging times during your caring journey can feel isolating, but we want you to know that you are not alone. There is support available to help you along the way.
Carers Rights Day Webinar
Our team of experts discussed carers' rights in employment, including insights on the Carer's Leave Act 2023. We also covered topics such as Carer's Allowance, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and Universal Credit.
Carers First has created a checklist that provides essential information about your rights as a carer.
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Help with writing your Will for freeCarers First has joined the National Free Wills Network to allow carers and supporters aged 55 and over to have their Will written or updated by a local solicitor free of charge. -
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Help with emergency planningAn emergency plan ensures that the person you care for will continue to receive care if you are suddenly and temporarily unavailable. -
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Is the person you care for near the end of their life?Whilst caring for someone at the end of their life, you will likely come into contact with a range of different people, all working together to support your friend or relative. -
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Know your rightsIn this article, we outline carers rights, which are defined in law, to enable you to exercise your rights. This ensures that you and the person you care for get the support you need and deserve throughout your caring journey.
You can find out more about Carers UK's Carers Rights Day campaign and how you can get involved on the Carers UK website.