Sun. Dec 22nd, 2024
carers' rights

Helping unpaid carers access their carers’ rights

Thursday 21st November marks Carers’ Rights Day, an important day dedicated to helping unpaid carers across the UK. Surrey charity Action for Carers is leading the way by hosting Carer Information Fairs from Monday 18th to Saturday 23rd November.

Ten information fairs across Surrey

Action for Carers is running ten Carer Information Fairs at various locations throughout Surrey, ensuring that unpaid carers receive the support and information they need. The fairs are drop-in events, taking place in Cranleigh, Woking, Godalming, Ashford, Camberley, Epsom, Farnham, Leatherhead, Merstham, and Guildford. These events run from 11 am to 2 pm.

Offering advice and support

Action for Carers’ staff, along with representatives from statutory services, local charities, and partners, will attend the fairs. These experts are ready to offer advice, information, and support tailored to unpaid carers. The aim is to make carers aware of their rights, and to help them access the assistance they deserve. It is worth getting as much advice as possible.

Helping unpaid carers

Unpaid carers often go unrecognised, despite their essential role in supporting loved ones. Attending one of these fairs can make a huge difference in understanding carers’ rights and finding the support available. Whether you care for a family member or a friend, these fairs can help you navigate the challenges of caregiving.

Find your nearest fair

With ten locations across Surrey, there’s likely to be an event near you. Visit Action for Carers for more information on venues and services available: Surrey Carers Fairs and Carers’ Rights Day 2024.

If you or someone you know is an unpaid carer, these fairs are an opportunity to get essential help and guidance. For additional resources, check out their page here.

Don’t miss this chance to learn more and access the support available to you!

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By Fergus McCarthy

Fergus McCarthy is a seasoned publishing professional with over three decades of experience in the media industry. In 1993, he co-founded Parents News, a pioneering publication aimed at providing busy parents in Southwest London with essential information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly activities. Under his leadership, Parents News quickly expanded its reach from 60,000 to 192,000 monthly printed copies, establishing additional branches in Kent, South London, Northern Ireland, and Cornwall. In 1997, recognizing the potential of digital media, Fergus helped launch Parents News UK Online, which carried digital editions of the printed publication and offered a broader range of national information. The website's popularity soared, attracting up to 700 daily hits at its peak. Although Parents News transitioned to an online-only platform in 2017, Fergus continues to play a vital role as Publisher and Advertising Manager, focusing on providing value to businesses through effective advertorials.

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