About the Campaign
Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and help people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. The campaign is brought to life by thousands of individuals and organisations who come together to support carers, run activities and highlight carers' vital role in our communities.
Carers Week 2024 - 10 - 16 June
This year the theme is 'Putting Carers on the Map' highlighting the invaluable contributions of carers across the UK and ensuring their voices are heard loud and clear. Together we want to help increase the visibility of the carers among politicians, employers and throughout our communities. And by raising awareness we hope they will better recognise the challenges unpaid carers face and help them access the support they deserve.
Click through to your local area to find Carers Week events near you
Carers First have a number of online workshop and information sessions organised throughout the week. These range from an overview on benefits to coping with carer burnout. You do not need to be registered with us to attend but please ensure you book on through the relevant links.
Please note, the link below will take you through to our Lincolnshire page but these events are open to carers from all areas.
Who is a carer?
A carer is someone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support.
Why do we support carers?
Nearly half of carers struggle to balance employment with their caring role, others find it difficult to make time for their own health and wellbeing, and for many the situation can create serious financial difficulties.
Obtaining relevant information and support can itself be a challenge, but with it, carers can thrive. That is why Carers First offers several avenues for people to get the help they need either online, on the phone or in the community. We offer timely advice and work with carers to identify the best way forward, for them as individuals.
