Family and friends are the backbone of support for people living with dementia, a new survey has shown. The staggering numbers truly highlight the price unpaid carers pay to provide the bulk of vital care to loved ones. 1/5

The number of young people undergoing treatment or waiting to start care in CAMHS reached 466,250 in May. The highest number on record. These young people could fill Wembley Stadium, five times over. Rishi Sunak, this is an emergency.

Our new research into the lives of former carers found that a third (35%) say that their mental health and financial situation have become worse since their caring role ended. Former carers need more support to help them cope with life after caring: carersuk.org/media/wcuhsnts…

Wishing good luck to young carers and all young people ahead of #ALevelResultsDay

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Physical activity releases feel-good chemicals in your brain and can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Check out the benefits of exercise for mental health 🏃‍♀️🧠 mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental…

Frustrated with a service you’ve received? Feel like you’re not being listened to? Join our information session on making an effective complaint on Tues 12 Sept, 12-1pm. Carers can sign up for free at carersuk.org/help-and-advic…

Anxiety isn't just 'worrying'. It can show up as: difficulty concentrating eating more or less needing the toilet more or less feeling tense or fidgety sleep problems having panic attacks Solidarity with everyone struggling with anxiety right now.

With more services moving online, many older carers report feeling lonely and isolated in a digital world. Older carers need more support to help them become digitally included. Read our new best practice guide for supporting older carers: carersuk.org/briefings/supp…

The government is changing its guidance for councils about children's social care The guidance must promote support for disabled children and their family carers @DCPCampaign has worked with Department for Education to create a short consultation for families 🔗bit.ly/DCPWT23

If someone you know starts to have a panic attack, here is what you can do to help. ⬇ 1/ Stay with them If you can, stay with the person during their panic attack. Just by you being there, you can help them to calm down and remind them that help is available. It is okay if you

Using the internet is a normal part of life for young people. But as a parent, it can be tricky to keep your children safe online 📱 These tips can help reduce the negative impact of things like social media & encourage healthy online habits. Read more: bit.ly/3YNEQYS

To any parent whose child is experiencing school anxiety, this story is really worth reading. Sarah shares what happened when her daughter Emily couldn’t go to school because of overwhelming anxiety. “Primary school was easy. Emily was outgoing, sociable, loved her drama

🤩 Apprenticeship Job Fair 🤩 Wednesday 7th February 10am-12pm Barking Learning Centre All details below ⬇️

🤩 YOUNG CARERS ACTION DAY 2024 🤩 The theme for this year is Fair Futures We can all play a part in making fair futures for young carers a reality: governments, local authorities, schools, colleges, charities - everyone. carers.org/young-carers-a…

🌍 WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY 🌍 End The Stereotypes worlddownsyndromeday.org

Just Say Parent Carer Forum groups

Beam are offering workshops for NEET Young People The next forum will be on 3rd April, from 1.30pm until 3pm, this will be on MS Teams.

Speech and language strategy for August