It can be difficult to recognise when you are an unpaid carer. Many people simply see it as part of their relationship with a family member or friend. However, understanding your role as a carer is the first step to accessing vital support.
When Caring is a Way of Life: Finding Support in Luton Read More »
Becoming an unpaid carer for a loved one can be a significant life change. This guide is designed to help new unpaid carers in Luton navigate these initial steps and access the resources available to you.
A guide for new unpaid carers in Luton, with support from Carers Central Read More »
Being an unpaid carer is a rewarding yet demanding role. Taking a break is important and that’s where respite services come in. Read what’s available in Luton.
Taking a Break: Respite Services Available to Unpaid Carers in Luton Read More »
Carers Central and The Disability Resource Centre has compiled a comprehensive guide to energy support resources to help you navigate the challenges and stay warm this winter: Winter can be a financially stressful time, especially for unpaid carers. The rising cost of energy adds an extra burden, but help is available…
Read the December edition of the Carers Central newsletter. Take a look at the highlights: Our holiday opening times, we just launched 10 language versions of our popular Luton Carers’ Handbook, the events and venues we have helping unpaid carers around Luton, Carers Rights Day update, a warming and nourishing recipe, a winter energy and money support guide and more…
Read the December edition of the Carers Central newsletter Read More »
Download your free copy of the latest edition of the Luton Carers’ Handbook. Luton Council, our Carers Central funders, kindly arranged the translation of our popular Luton Carers’ Handbook, from English, to 10 further popular languages spoken in Luton.
Luton Carers’ Handbook – Now available in 11 languages Read More »
We just updated the Luton Carers’ Handbook and is now available in 11 versions in popular languages. 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 now Read More »
When someone you care for is ready to leave hospital, it can feel overwhelming. So Levi and Sally, our Carer Support Workers, decided to share the advice they give carers to help make the transition from hospital to home as easy as possible. We compiled some easy to follow steps and reminders plus plenty of practical tips and handy phone numbers for support services in Luton.
Here we post the last few months of our popular newsletters that we send to carers who subscribe from across the Luton area. Download our Carers Central newsletters for the past few months: December 2024 Carers Central Newsletter – First newsletter fully on the new platform November newsletter – To be uploaded October newsletter
We’ll be helping unpaid carers in Luton check they are accessing their rights as an unpaid carer again this Carers Rights Day. Join us at Luton Point, with Chums and Healthwatch Luton, on Carers Rights Day, 21st November 2024, from 10am to 3pm. Sally and Levi, our Carer Support Workers, will be at our stand
We’ll be at Luton Point on Carers Rights Day – 21st November Read More »
Explore the full range of support available from Luton Council’s “I am a Carer” service. For fast access to getting a Carer’s Assessment, financial support, breaks for carers and much more the “I am a Carer” website is full of quick links and vital information for unpaid carers in Luton.
Your guide to the “I am a Carer” Service from Luton Council Read More »
Luton Carers Partnership Board held an online meeting on Wednesday 9th October 2024. Read all about the topics discussed.
The Luton Carers Partnership Board held a meeting on 9th October 2024 Read More »
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 »
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