Caring Together’s Carer Council is an important part of carers having their voices heard in how Caring Together works, and further afield. We want to bring you up to date on the latest meeting – and to let you know how you can give views to Caring Together and the council. An important way you […]

If you are looking after someone this Christmas and New Year, make sure you have the help you need. Planning ahead and knowing where to go for support will help you and the person you care for. While opening hours of some services, including our helpline, are different during Christmas and New Year, if you […]

Cancer Research UK is looking to understand how unpaid carers engage with health information for those they care for, to help reduce their risk of cancer and get an earlier cancer diagnosis. They are holding focus groups to explore if and how unpaid carers find and use relevant health information and whether further resources are […]

The festive period can bring some precious times. It can also be demanding and exhausting. Everyone’s Christmas is different, but in the latest edition of Caring magazine we have ideas for making your life as a carer a little easier. You can download your copy and turn to page 10 and 11 to learn more Caring […]

The first ever parliamentary inquiry into young and young adult carers has revealed a lack of support is having a devastating impact on their education, wellbeing and future prospects. And a Norfolk MP and young carer have been among those calling for action. An inquiry by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Young Carers and […]

Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough have launched a survey on 1 November 2023 to gather people’s experiences of accessing Primary Care services, such as GP services. This survey, which will be open until 17 December 2023 is being conducted independently by Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough with the support of NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough. NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough […]

This month sees Carers Rights Day being held to raise awareness of the rights of unpaid carers. And we at Caring Together Charity are asking people to act so people looking after a family member or friend get the help that they need and deserve. Carers have a range of rights that can make a […]

The winter and festive period can be stressful if you are looking after someone. And after the build up to Christmas, you may feel empty when it’s all over. Remember, you can contact us to ensure you are getting the support you need. These ideas might also help you (and you can also see our […]

Did you know that falls are one of the most common causes of injury in older people, but many are avoidable? Cambridgeshire County Council has launched an online fall risk checking tool to help you understand your risk of falling and simple steps you can take to stay active and independent. From the age of 65, […]

Cambridge firm, PEM have donated £1000 to help ensure young carers across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough continue to get the support they need.  The PEM Charitable Trust was set up in 2018 and the donation was part of their work in supporting local charities.  Caring Together approached the trust and let them know about the work […]