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Technology and carers

How technology is helping carers

Carers’ stories

We’ve found some excellent case studies on the Carers UK website telling the stories of carers and how they have been using some new technology.

Read how these technologies are helping; such as an automated pill dispenser, a bedtime monitor, personal alarms and more.

What can technology do for you?

Download the Carers UK practical guide to how technology can assist you in your caring role.

Everyday technology

The Carers UK website has some useful ideas on their ‘everyday’ technology page including how technology can help with:

  • Get your shopping done
  • Manage finances online
  • Deal with the doctors and get your patient record online
  • Get calendar wise
  • Bring the family closer
  • Connect with other carers
  • Online training
  • Get some gizmos and gadgets

Who We Are

Carers Central is a completely free and dedicated service available to unpaid carers living or caring for someone in Luton.

We give carers advice, information and help that is derived from our knowledge and experience of working with all the existing local services, Luton GP practices, the Carers Partnership Board in Luton and our additional partners.

Thanks to funding by Luton Council we are able to provide information and practical support to a great number of carers in Luton.

For practical support for carers please call us on 0300 303 0201 or send us an email.

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We are open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10am to 4pm, and on Tuesdays from 10am to 7pm.

Call: 0300 303 0201

Email: carerscentral@drcbeds.org.uk

We are open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Photos from our recent carers event

11 June 2023

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…

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Are you an unpaid carer?

1 June 2023

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.

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Download your copy of the Luton Carers’ Handbook

25 May 2023

We just updated the free Luton Carers’ Handbook. It’s full of important information and useful tips including: 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 a handy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and answers section…

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32 ways to improve your wellbeing

5 May 2023

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. Total Wellbeing Luton Total Wellbeing in Luton “is a service that supports people

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How to use mindfulness to help your mental health as a carer

1 May 2023

Mental health is something that’s become a lot more visible recently. There are now numerous campaigns and initiatives focusing on bringing mental health to the forefront of public attention. There’s also been an increase in people speaking about their own experiences, whether that be through social media or other platforms, which has helped many begin

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Carers Central provides support for unpaid carers in Luton

Carers Central is a hub that enables adult carers to have the information, advice and support they need to have a life of their own, alongside their caring roles.

Call 0300 303 0201 for help and support

Carers Central is a free service provided by The Disability Resource Centre funded by Luton Council in partnership with NHS Luton Clinical Commissioning Group.

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