In the face of a strained social care system, an increasing number of women find themselves as unpaid caregivers, juggling the care of both children and adult relatives. This growing challenge highlights the need for support and understanding within our community.
At We Talk Care, we see you, we hear you, and we're here for you. Let's share our stories, support each other, and find strength in unity. 💕
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More women doing unpaid care due to social care system being ‘pushed to breaking point’, Labour warns | The Independent
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More women doing unpaid care due to social care system being ‘pushed to breaking point’, Labour warns | The Independent

Exclusive: Analysis by Labour shows there are now three million women doing unpaid informal care

Has anyone’s LO become super clingy and how did you work around that? My mother gets so agitated the moment she sees me walking away and follows me.

"Martha's Rule" is set to be introduced in NHS hospitals starting April, offering patients and their families the ability to request a rapid second opinion on care.
This change, inspired by the tragic loss of 13-year-old Martha Mills due to missed sepsis symptoms, aims to improve patient safety by incorporating family observations into care assessments.
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Martha's rule to be introduced in NHS hospitals from April - BBC News
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Martha's rule to be introduced in NHS hospitals from April - BBC News

The scheme will raise awareness of how patients and their families can access a second opinion.

Did you know that walking is a natural elixir for your well-being? 🌿 TGLHUB CIC is excited to share how embracing this simple yet powerful activity can contribute to a healthier, happier life for everyone, including our little ones!

🦴 **Prevent Osteoporosis, Embrace Bone Health*
Walking regularly can be a game-changer in preventing osteoporosis, a condition that makes bones brittle and prone to fractures. Let's step into a future where our bones stay strong and resilient! 💪

🌞 **Enhance Mood and Mental Wellbeing*
Feel the sunshine on your face and let the positive vibes flow! Being outdoors and walking in the fresh air has been scientifically linked to improved mental wellbeing and reduced stress. Take a stroll, breathe in the goodness, and let your mood soar! 😊

👧🧒 **Nurturing Children's Mental Health, Especially Autism*
For our little ones, including those on the autism spectrum, walking is a fantastic tool to support their mental health. The combination of movement, sensory experiences, and exposure to nature can create a nurturing environment, positively impacting their well-being. Let's walk together to foster a brighter future for our children! 🌳🚶‍♂️

🌈 **Relieve Depression Through Regular Exercise*
The magic of movement! Regular exercise, like walking, has the incredible ability to alleviate depression. Let's stride towards a world where everyone can find solace in the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

🚀 **Join the Walking Movement!**
TGLHUB CIC invites you to step into a world of wellness through walking. Whether you're preventing osteoporosis, uplifting your mood, supporting children's mental health, or combating depression, walking is the key. Lace up those shoes, embrace the outdoors, and let's walk towards a healthier, happier community together! 🌍👟

#walkingforwellness #tglhubcic #wellbeingjourney #wetalkcare #mentalhealthmatters #childrenswellbeing #autismsupport 🌟

Good Morning everyone
I would like to know how does everyone look after their well-being?

Do you take time out for yourself?
I am really keen to hear what people do to wind down

Please could you click on an answer on the poll

Go for a walk
Hot bath
Read a book
Listen to music
meditate
Sports activities
Watch a film
Paint / draw / write
5 Total votes

We stand in solidarity with all healthcare workers and call for constructive conversations towards a fair and sustainable resolution.
Stay informed at We Talk Care, support our healthcare heroes, and let's advocate for a healthcare system that works for all.
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NHS strike action: Junior doctors in England begin five-day walkout threatening further patient disruption | UK News | Sky News
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NHS strike action: Junior doctors in England begin five-day walkout threatening further patient disruption | UK News | Sky News

Tens of thousands of hospital appointments are set to be cancelled or postponed as a result of the latest stoppage, which is the 10th since last March.

As a single parent caring for her son, Lindsay embodies the daily dedication and sacrifice of countless carers across the UK. Juggling the demands of long-term care with the aspiration to remain in the workforce, her story is a testament to the challenges and choices faced by carers every day.
Big changes are on the horizon, with the Carer's Leave Act set to introduce an additional week of unpaid leave annually for carers from 6 April. This legislative change aims to provide crucial flexibility and support for those balancing work and care duties.
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Unpaid carer's leave will let me get back to work - BBC News
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Unpaid carer's leave will let me get back to work - BBC News

Lindsay looks after her autistic son and hopes a new law will mean she can return to paid employment.

I'm tired of not having any time for me and I have no one to say that to. If I say it to anyone in my family I get well this is what you wanted. We told you to put her in the nursing home. If I ask my brother for help his response is I'm being selfish. I need a weekend, just one weekend with out pee in the floor and wet clothes in the washing basket.

My mum is freaking out. She just realised that she lives with me and said I have been lying to her and that I didn’t tell her that I moved here 1 1/2 years ago. She moved in here 2 months ago. I’m trying to be patient.

The state of psychiatric care within the NHS is facing unprecedented challenges, with reports of 'collapsing' services amid unsafe conditions, mixed wards, bed shortages, and inadequate safeguarding measures. These critical issues compromise patient safety and well-being, highlighting an urgent need for systemic reform and increased support.
Your voice matters in this fight for change. Share your stories, raise awareness, and join us in calling for a better future in mental health care. 💚
#wetalkcare #nhs #psychiatriccare #mentalhealthcare

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NHS psychiatric care 'collapsing' amid 'unsafe' mixed wards, bed shortages and poor safeguarding | UK News | Sky News
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NHS psychiatric care 'collapsing' amid 'unsafe' mixed wards, bed shortages and poor safeguarding | UK News | Sky News

As yet more complaints emerge from a Sky News investigation that uncovered 20,000 sexual abuse, harassment and assault complaints in more than 30 NHS mental health trusts in England, the health secretary is now calling for victims to go to the police