Forward Carers is proud to recognise Birmingham Community Healthcare (BCHC) as a recipient of our Carer Friendly Employer Commitment Mark. This prestigious award acknowledges workplaces that actively support staff who […]

National Carers: Savings Across the UK National Carers: Savings Across the UK  Dorothy Perkins– 20% off online.  Sunglass Hut– 25% discount online.  Toby-Instore – Up to 15% discount on adult food bill.  […]

Forward Carers is proud to celebrate Action for Children’s achievement of the Carer Friendly Employer Commitment Mark, a milestone that reflects an ongoing commitment to gradual, sustainable change. We will continue to support Action for Children as they […]

Your Carer Friendly ID Card helps you be recognised quickly, whether you’re collecting a prescription, visiting hospital, speaking to school or work, or accessing local support.  Many Carers and Young […]

Being recognised as an unpaid Carer can make daily life easier, but many Carers in Wiltshire tell us this is still a challenge. In our survey, only 28.5% of Carers […]

National Carers: Savings Across the UK For all our Carers across the UK, we’re adding new offers for you each month. Here are some of the latest discounts available nationwide:  […]

The theme this year is “Know your rights, use your rights”. This day is a call to recognise and celebrate the vital contribution of unpaid Carers and to ensure that you […]

A brand-new online resource has been launched to support Young Carers in Wiltshire, offering a dedicated space where children and young people caring for a family member can find guidance, […]

Carers Rights Day 2025 – Know Your Rights, Use Your Rights Support  Carers Rights Day is fast approaching on Thursday 20th November – a national awareness day dedicated to ensuring […]

Did you know? Our Carer Friendly staff work hard to find local offers for Carers by getting out into the community and listening directly to Carers at groups and events. […]

This month’s newsletter shines a spotlight on Better Housing, Better Health, a free UK-wide advice service helping Carers make their homes warmer, safer, and more affordable. You’ll also find the latest national […]

Carers Week 2025 was a heartfelt celebration across Dorset and Wiltshire, with a shared focus on fairness and recognition for unpaid Carers.  We teamed up with our Carer Friendly business and […]

As we mark Carers Week 2025, Forward Carers is celebrating the incredible unpaid Carers who support loved ones every day – and the communities stepping up to support them in […]

Dementia Action Week, taking place from Monday 20 May to Sunday 26 May 2025, is a national initiative led by the Alzheimer’s Society and supported by organisations, communities, and individuals across the UK.It is a vital opportunity to raise awareness, improve understanding, and inspire action to support those living with Dementia and the Carers who support them. 🧠 What is Dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities.There are many different types of Dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common. Dementia is not a natural part of ageing — it is caused by diseases of the brain.While it is more common in people over 65, younger people can also be affected. Living with Dementia can be challenging, not just for the individual, but also for the family members and friends who take on caring responsibilities. Raising awareness and promoting understanding helps create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone affected. 💬 Why Dementia Action Week Matters Dementia Action Week is about more than just raising awareness — it is about taking action.By improving knowledge and understanding, we can tackle stigma, encourage early diagnosis, and ensure that those living with Dementia and their Carers have access to the support they need. Key aims of Dementia Action Week include: 🌍 How You Can Support Dementia Action Week Everyone has a part to play in making a difference. Here are a few ways you can get involved: Together, we can create a society that is more inclusive, supportive, and empowering for those living with Dementia and their Carers. Whilst a diagnosis can be life-changing, it does not define a person.By working together, raising awareness, and taking positive action, we can build communities where everyone affected by Dementia feels valued, understood, and supported. This week — and every week — let’s take action for a better future for people living with Dementia and those who care for them.

Celebrating Carers Week 2025: Championing Equality for Unpaid Carers Carers Week 2025, taking place from 9–15 June, shines a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid […]

Spring Into Support this April 🌼 We know that being asked to take part in surveys can sometimes feel like you’re saying the same thing repeatedly and you don’t see […]

How are you impacted when the person you care for refuses to accept help?  Do you feel involved in decisions made about the people you care for?  Healthwatch exists to […]

Welcome to our March newsletter! As the weather begins to improve, we hope you are finding moments to enjoy the change of season and are feeling supported in your caring […]

Student Volunteering Week is a national celebration, led by the Student Volunteering Network, taking place across universities, colleges, and schools. This special week highlights the incredible impact student volunteers make […]

Do you (or someone you know) look after a friend, neighbour, or family member who couldn’t manage alone because of age, frailty, illness, a mental health condition, or addiction?  If […]

Did you know there are over 47,000 unpaid Carers in Wiltshire? These dedicated individuals balance their time caring for loved ones, often alongside work and other responsibilities. As a business […]

At Forward Carers, we understand the challenges Carers face and work closely with GP Carers Participation Teams to ensure Carers receive the support they deserve.  Last October, we had the […]

Happy New Year!   In this month’s newsletter we want to share our own Celebratory News and Introduce Accessible Screenings UK.    Did you know there are a number of different types […]

Did you know there are a number of different types of screenings in UK cinemas, that are adapted for disabled people to ensure they can enjoy the big screen experience? In […]

This year, Forward Carers proudly celebrates a remarkable milestone: a decade of empowering unpaid Carers and championing Carer Friendly Communities. Since our establishment in 2014, our mission has been clear […]

Winter is a season of joy and celebration for many, with festivities like Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year’s Eve bringing families and friends together. However, for many unpaid carers, this […]

Protection Against Discrimination and Harassment If you’re an unpaid Carer for an elderly or disabled person, it’s essential to know that the law recognises and protects your rights. Caring for […]

November hosts the annual Carers Rights Day and this year it is on Thursday 21st November 2024. Over that week, there will be local and national events you can attend to learn […]