📢 Calling for Better Support for Caregivers 📢

Experts are urging for more adequate financial support for caregivers. The current Carer’s Allowance offers a mere £1.63 per hour for those dedicating 50 hours a week to care for their vulnerable loved ones. This minimal support is not enough to sustain the invaluable work caregivers do.

It's time to raise our voices and advocate for better financial assistance and recognition for caregivers. Together, we can make a difference!

#supportcaregivers #carersallowance #advocacy #caregivers #wetalkcare #financialsupport

https://www.express.co.uk/fina....nce/personalfinance/

Carer’s Allowance offers ‘minimal' £1.63 per hour for Britons caring 50 hours per week | Personal Finance | Finance | Express.co.uk
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Carer’s Allowance offers ‘minimal' £1.63 per hour for Britons caring 50 hours per week | Personal Finance | Finance | Express.co.uk

The North of England is hit hardest by the unpaid care crisis, research shows.

🧬 New Hope in Cancer Detection: Early Signs Found in Blood Proteins! 🧬

As a carer, staying informed about the latest advancements is crucial. A recent breakthrough suggests that cancer could be detected up to seven years earlier through blood protein analysis. This could mean earlier intervention and better outcomes for those we care for.

Read more about this promising research below.

#carerssupport #cancerresearch #earlydetection #wetalkcare
https://news.cancerresearchuk.....org/2024/05/15/cance

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The UK government is boosting the NHS workforce by allocating 350 extra medical school places.

But how will this impact healthcare services and caregiving and is it enough? Weigh in with your views on We Talk Care.

#nhs #medicaleducation #caregiversupport #wetalkcare

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350 extra medical school places allocated in NHS training boost - GOV.UK
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350 extra medical school places allocated in NHS training boost - GOV.UK

The government has funded 350 additional medical school places in England for the academic year 2025 to 2026 in latest step to deliver NHS Long Term Workforce Plan.

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By 2040, the cost of dementia care in the UK could nearly double to £91 billion. This forecast demands the attention of the Government with an already overstretched NHS and an army of paid and unpaid carers carrying the burden

What are your thoughts on this worrying prediction?

#dementiaawareness #healthcarefunding #wetalkcare #carers

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If you're one of the many carers managing your loved one's care alongside financial planning, you'll want to read up on why some carers may need to repay their allowances. Stay informed and prepared by reading the latest guidance.

Join us on We Talk Care to share your experiences and get support from fellow carers who understand your journey.

#carersallowance #financialsupport #carercommunity #wetalkcare
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UK households getting two £288 payments with first arriving next month - Birmingham Live
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UK households getting two £288 payments with first arriving next month - Birmingham Live

In Scotland, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Carers Allowance claimants receive the Carers Support Payment which is managed and paid by Social Security Scotland.

Caring full-time isn't just a job; it's a life commitment.

Martyn Barrow, a full-time caregiver for his wife with motor neurone disease, shares a reality many can relate to—caring is a 24/7 duty, far beyond the compensated 35 hours. With a carer's allowance of just £81.90 a week, the financial strain is immense.

Martyn's story sheds light on the silent sacrifice of countless carers in the UK, who save the government billions each year. It's time we talk about the true cost of caring.

Join the conversation on We Talk Care and share your story.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/art....icles/c72pnjmek52o.a

'Unpaid carers like me save government billions - for £2 an hour' - BBC News
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'Unpaid carers like me save government billions - for £2 an hour' - BBC News

Martyn Barrow says his £81.90 carers allowance does not come close to covering the care he gives.

Charity leaders are calling for a new funding plan for end-of-life care. It's a critical issue that affects us all.

What are your thoughts on this urgent call to action? 💬 Let's talk about it on We Talk Care.

#endoflifecare #healthcarereform #wetalkcare

https://www.expressandstar.com..../news/uk-news/2024/0

Charity leaders call for new funding plan for end-of-life care | Express & Star
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Charity leaders call for new funding plan for end-of-life care | Express & Star

A joint letter called for political leaders to recognise palliative care ‘as a vital part’ of our health and social care system.

Did you know? the UK has seen a significant increase in autism diagnoses?
This marks a move toward greater recognition of neurodiversity, but what more can be done? 🧠

Join us at We Talk Care to discuss how society can better support neuro-divergent individuals.

#autismawareness #neurodiversity #wetalkcare
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Understanding local authority funding for home care can be complex. 🏠
We're diving into what you need to know to navigate these waters effectively with this helpful guide.

Have questions or insights? Share them on We Talk Care.
#homecare #carefunding #wetalkcare

https://www.homecare.co.uk/adv....ice/local-authority-

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