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Carers and Seasonal Affective Disorder

Being a carer and suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder The NHS says: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern. SAD is sometimes known as "winter depression" because the symptoms are usually... Read More...

There are around 7 million carers in the UK. That’s one in ten people. Three in five people will be carers at some point in their lives

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CARERS UK – 2022-2023 GUIDE

CARERS UK have released a guide for carer. This edition includes A Carer’s Guide: an illustrated introduction to the challenges of caring, from making difficult decisions to looking after your health and wellbeing.Benefits: an overview of which benefits you or the person you... Read More...

Hospital Discharge

Do you live in Blackburn with Darwen and have recently been discharged from hospital? Or do you care for someone who has recently been discharged from hospital? Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service is trying to identify carers who have been... Read More...

Financial hardship

Are you experiencing financial hardship? Do you live in Blackburn with Darwen? These services can help: Oaks Money Advice Centre The Oaks Money Advice Centre | Blackburn Foodbank The Oaks Money Advice Centre provides a free, confidential, face to face... Read More...

Unpaid Carers – Benefit calculator.

CARERS TRUST have an on-line benefit calculator to see what you may be entitled too. Try clicking the link below to be taken to the CARERS TRUST - Benefit calculator. Money & Benefits - Benefits Calculator | Carers Trust If... Read More...

CARERS ALLOWANCE

Can I claim Carers Allowance? Want to know more about Carers Allowance? Click on the Carers UK fact sheet below: Carer's Allowance: How it works - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) For further support contact your local carers service. If you live in... Read More...

Planning for the future.

Planning for the future is important, however if you care for a member of your family who has a disability, physical or mental health problem, addiction or long term condition, it can be even more important. Many carers are concerned... Read More...

Dementia Cafe

The café provides a welcoming space for carers and their loved ones living with dementia to enjoy a brew and meet other people. We provide some gentle activities and there is an opportunity to speak to an advisor if any... Read More...

Will your loved one not accept help? – Blog

At times there may be support out there but your loved one may be reluctant to accept it.  This can be frustrating, especially if you sometimes feel your caring role is overwhelming and you need help. Firstly, it is important... Read More...
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