Ensuring Slough carers are aware of their rights
Carers Rights Day, on Thursday 26 November, is a national campaign that brings organisations together to help carers in their local community know their rights and find out how to get the support they are entitled to. At least 1 in 9 working people offers unpaid care or support for someone who is older, disabled or seriously ill – in Slough that’s 11,500 unpaid carers.
This year, Slough Carers Support, funded by Slough Borough Council has organised two free virtual events.
In the morning, Tom Conlin will be delivering a Power of Attorney training session to gain peace of mind for you and your family that your affairs will be looked after when you are no longer able to do so yourself. Book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/power-of-attorney-training-for-slough-carers-tickets-126954685883
Later on, join Kinder, from Slough Carers Support for a Virtual Coffee Afternoon from 2pm for an informal chat over a cuppa, including an opportunity to ask questions about the current support for carers. Book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/slough-carers-support-coffee-morning-tickets-128595742327
On Friday 27th November, Special Voices (a group of parents/carers of children and young people with additional needs) will be hosting a virtual information day via Zoom, with guest speakers including Kinder Bassi from Slough Carers Support. Look out on social media for more details and how to book.
Through the Carers UK digital offer, unpaid carers in Slough can access useful online resources including a carers forum and specially tailored apps, guides and training courses such as:
o Jointly – a mobile app to help make caring easier, less stressful and more organised for people who share caring responsibilities
o About Me – an e-learning course to build resilience
o Upfront Guide to Caring – an assessment tool which provides tailored information and advice to carers and a short action plan
o Thinking Ahead – financial planning resource developed with the Money Advice Service
o Learning for Living – course designed to help carers identify transferable skills gained through caring.
To get started, visit carersdigital.org and use the access code DGTL4366 to create a free account.
Alan Sinclair, Executive Director of People (Adults) said: “We know many of our residents experience challenges juggling their work and caring responsibilities, particularly given the additional responsibilities and pressures faced because of Covid-19. We recognise the role of carers is critical but without the right support, it can have an impact on individual’s health, job, finances and social life. Slough Borough Council values carers and is working to support unpaid carers across our borough. Alongside this the council, East Berkshire CCG and Slough Children’s Services Trust are finalising a joint plan which outlines our commitment and approach to supporting carers over the next 12 months.”
This year, Slough Carers Support, funded by Slough Borough Council has organised two free virtual events.
In the morning, Tom Conlin will be delivering a Power of Attorney training session to gain peace of mind for you and your family that your affairs will be looked after when you are no longer able to do so yourself. Book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/power-of-attorney-training-for-slough-carers-tickets-126954685883
Later on, join Kinder, from Slough Carers Support for a Virtual Coffee Afternoon from 2pm for an informal chat over a cuppa, including an opportunity to ask questions about the current support for carers. Book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/slough-carers-support-coffee-morning-tickets-128595742327
On Friday 27th November, Special Voices (a group of parents/carers of children and young people with additional needs) will be hosting a virtual information day via Zoom, with guest speakers including Kinder Bassi from Slough Carers Support. Look out on social media for more details and how to book.
Through the Carers UK digital offer, unpaid carers in Slough can access useful online resources including a carers forum and specially tailored apps, guides and training courses such as:
o Jointly – a mobile app to help make caring easier, less stressful and more organised for people who share caring responsibilities
o About Me – an e-learning course to build resilience
o Upfront Guide to Caring – an assessment tool which provides tailored information and advice to carers and a short action plan
o Thinking Ahead – financial planning resource developed with the Money Advice Service
o Learning for Living – course designed to help carers identify transferable skills gained through caring.
To get started, visit carersdigital.org and use the access code DGTL4366 to create a free account.
Alan Sinclair, Executive Director of People (Adults) said: “We know many of our residents experience challenges juggling their work and caring responsibilities, particularly given the additional responsibilities and pressures faced because of Covid-19. We recognise the role of carers is critical but without the right support, it can have an impact on individual’s health, job, finances and social life. Slough Borough Council values carers and is working to support unpaid carers across our borough. Alongside this the council, East Berkshire CCG and Slough Children’s Services Trust are finalising a joint plan which outlines our commitment and approach to supporting carers over the next 12 months.”
