National Carers Week is a chance to recognise the contribution carers make to families and communities and raise awareness of the challenges they face.
Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, running from Monday 8 to Sunday 14 June.
In Lincolnshire there are an estimated 84,000 carers, including around 8,000 young carers. The county council greatly values the role that carers play, and offers them a range of support.
Cllr Mrs Patricia Bradwell OBE, Executive Member for Adult Care and Children’s Services, said: “The vital role our carers play has been particularly highlighted during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“It has meant many adults, children and young people taking on more caring responsibilities for their relatives and friends who are disabled, ill or older and who need support.
“Carers Week gives us the chance to recognise their hugely important roles and show our support for what they do.”
A ‘Clap for Unpaid Carers Sing-a-long night’ is organised, plus Facebook virtual cuppa meets, Zoom virtual café sessions, lunch and learn for employers with advice on supporting carers and laughing yoga.
The council is also running virtual groups for young carers and looking at creating a Facebook page for young carers and their families.
“Caring can be both rewarding and satisfying, and it can also teach people new skills and help them recognise unknown potential”, added Councillor Mrs Bradwell.
“However, without the right support, and especially if you’re juggling work or school with caring, it can be a struggle.
“So we’re taking this opportunity to remind carers that they are not alone and support is available if they need it.”
For details of events and activities for Carers Week go to:
www.carersfirst.org.uk/lincolnshire/carers-week-2020
www.every-one.org.uk/latest-news
www.oneyoulincolnshire.org.uk/
For further informationhttp://www.oneyoulincolnshire.org.uk/ on the support available to carers, visit: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/support-carershttp://www.oneyoulincolnshire.org.uk/
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