Luton Carers Partnership Board will be holding an online meeting on Wednesday 9th October 2024. The meeting is open to unpaid carers and community and statutory organisations that provide a service or support unpaid carers.
The Carers Central team, part of The Disability Resource Centre, is encouraging GP practices across Luton to implement quality assurance frameworks for unpaid carers. This initiative aims to improve support for unpaid carers and increase understanding of their role within the community. By adopting these frameworks, GP practices can better recognise and address the wider needs of carers, ultimately enhancing the care they provide to both unpaid carers and those they support.
If you are struggling with a musculoskeletal condition, feeling stuck on waiting lists, and unsure of how to manage your pain and regain control of your life then our new MSK ActiveWell programme could be the answer. With 1-2-1 support from your own health and wellbeing coach, the programme is unique for everyone. Find out more…
Luton Council are looking for unpaid carers or people who use Luton Adult Care, they could be an Expert by Experience or a family member too, to join them in designing better Adult Care services for the future.
Our Carers Central team will be in The Mall on the 11th June from 9am-3pm outside Superdrug, to give support and information to unpaid carers in Luton.
Please do come along and see Levi and Sally, our Carer Support Officers, for advice, support and a friendly chat.
The NHS BLMK Staying in Touch Newsletter featured this brilliant free resource of 17 free dementia care training videos, produced by
Norfolk and Suffolk Care Support…
A contingency plan is just a fancy way of saying “plan for the unexpected”. As a carer, a contingency plan will outline some basic information so that others can step in to help and provide the necessary care should you suddenly be unable to.
Plan for the unexpected: Your guide to creating a care contingency plan Read More »
Come along to the Winter Warm Hub in Dunstable every Wednesday for free tea, coffee and biscuits plus delicious free homemade soup. Learn money saving tips including ways of reducing your energy bills…
Come along to AdviceCentral’s Mondays at Mayfield in Dunstable, from 10am-2pm every Monday. Enjoy free tea and coffee and our award-winning range of support, for disabled people and people with long term health conditions. See full details….
Thursday 23rd November 2023 is Carers Rights Day. Come and see us for help and support outside TK Max in Luton from 10am to 2pm…
You could be an unpaid carer and get enhanced support from local services. Read full details about how you qualify as an unpaid carer…
Even if you claim Carer’s Allowance you are still an unpaid carer Read More »
Sally Glancy and Levi Habashanti were the hosts of the event, with Sally saying “It was really lovely to see everyone and they all know that we are here to support carers in Luton all year around”. The event was attended by over 40 carers and partners with 17 stands from organisations including East London NHS Foundation Trust, CHUMS Young Carers Service and Total Wellbeing Luton. Read all about the event and see the photos…
Levi and Sally will be available to offer support and advice to unpaid carers in Luton. Come for a coffee and catch up, no appointment is necessary.
Coffee afternoon at Luton Central Library on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month Read More »
Join us online every Monday for 10:30am – 12pm for our carer support Group meeting. Enjoy a break for coffee and chat with other local carers.
Read about dementia and its different forms, diagnostic tests for detecting it early on, available treatments and prevention methods against it. We have included some links to local support groups and organisations for carers in Luton…
Quick guide to dementia and local support in Luton Read More »
A carer is someone who looks after a relative or friend who, because of age, mental health, physical or other disability, cannot manage at home without help. Even if you receive Carer’s Allowance for your caring role, you are still classed as an unpaid carer.
We just updated the free to download Luton Carers’ Handbook to the new June 2024 edition 5. It’s full of important information and useful tips including: Contingency planning, Carer’s Assessments, respite breaks for carers, benefits and money, employment support, end of life care, information on medications and health conditions, useful local and national contacts plus an updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and answers section.
Luton Carers’ Handbook: Download your free copy of the new 2024 edition Read More »
There are lots of ways to help improve your overall wellbeing as a carer. Here we have compiled some local organisations and support groups that can help with your wellbeing, as well as some nationally available services, phone apps and useful websites.
In this article we look how you can use mindfulness to help your mental health and wellbeing. We cover simple exercises with links to free help and support. Plus there’s 5 simple ways mindfulness can help improve your mental health and help you to feel less anxious.
How to use mindfulness to help your mental health as a carer Read More »
Being a carer can be hugely time-consuming. You might find it hard to fit work around your caring responsibilities, but most people need to support themselves financially at some point in their lives. Working while being a carer is not easy, but we’ve put together this guide to help you find the perfect balance between
Working while being a carer: The 7 steps every carer/employee needs to know Read More »
If you’re a disabled person you may be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) to help you make adaptations to your home. Read our 10 tips on how to increase your chances of getting approved for a DFG…
10 tips to get approved for a Disabled Facilities Grant Read More »
If you are worried about paying bills or having enough money for food and essentials then we have compiled the many different ways you can get some help on this page. And if you need some help our charity team is here for you; with a caring, listening ear and practical help to support you
We are here to help carers in the cost of living crisis Read More »
Read the report we produced in April 2022: Caring for Carers through the Pandemic…
How carers have coped in the pandemic – Our survey results Read More »
We’ve compiled all the great price discounts available for carers in Luton including venues, activities, transport and more…
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