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Caring Through the Clock Change: Supporting Loved Ones This Spring | ##wetalkcare #dementiasupport #springforward #caregivercommunity #youarenotalone #clockchange #caringthroughtheseasons

Caring Through the Clock Change: Supporting Loved Ones This Spring

Caring Through the Clock Change: Supporting Loved Ones This Spring

The simple act of losing one hour may not seem like much, but for someone with dementia, it can disrupt routines, affect sleep patterns, and increase confusion or restlessness. As carers, it’s important to approach this transition with understanding, patience, and a few gentle strategies
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Starting the Journey to a Dementia Diagnosis: A Guide for Families and Carers | ##dementiaawareness #caregiversupport #wetalkcare #youarenotalone #dementiadiagnosis #memoryconcerns #caringforlovedones

Starting the Journey to a Dementia Diagnosis: A Guide for Families and Carers

Starting the Journey to a Dementia Diagnosis: A Guide for Families and Carers

Whether you’re seeking reassurance, gathering information, or ready to speak to a healthcare professional, this guide will walk you through the steps to getting a dementia diagnosis and explain what to expect along the way.

📢 Campaigners are calling for Carer’s Allowance to be increased and brought in line with the real cost of living. Many unpaid carers feel left behind and undervalued.

📖 Read more: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/....lifestyle/money/upda

💬 Do you think Carer’s Allowance reflects the reality of being a carer? Let’s raise our voices together 💙

#carersdeservemore #carersallowance #unpaidcarers #costofcaring #wetalkcare #careforthecarers

New update on calls for people on Carer’s Allowance to be paid £1,600 each month - Daily Record
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New update on calls for people on Carer’s Allowance to be paid £1,600 each month - Daily Record

More than 10,000 people have signed an online petition supporting the proposed increase.

🧠 A promising dementia tech breakthrough could help people with memory loss stay independent for longer, using smart technology to monitor safety and well-being at home.

📖 Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/heal....th/other/dementia-br

💬 Would this kind of innovation make a difference to you or someone you care for? Let’s talk about the future of dementia care in the We Talk Care community 💙

#dementiacare #techforgood #wetalkcare #innovationincare #independentliving #caregiversupport

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💔 “We get no break.” That’s the stark reality for thousands of young carers juggling school, home life, and care responsibilities. Many miss out on childhood moments, socialising, and emotional support.

📖 Read more: https://www.thesun.co.uk/healt....h/33793556/young-car

💬 Do you know a young carer who needs support? Let’s open up the conversation and shine a light on these incredible, unsung heroes.

#youngcarers #hiddenheroes #carersupport #wetalkcare #mentalhealthmatters #supportingyoungpeople

I started looking after my mum aged FIVE - here's why the Government needs to do more to help kids like me | The Sun
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I started looking after my mum aged FIVE - here's why the Government needs to do more to help kids like me | The Sun

THEY are an army of unsung heroes whose love for family means they go above and beyond.But more than half of Britain’s young carers - many of them s

🏥 In a bold move, the Health Secretary has announced that funds from the NHS will be allocated to social care, aiming to improve collaboration between services and ease pressure on the system.

📖 Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/heal....th/other/nhs-plan-wi

💬 Do you think this will help carers and care recipients? Or is more fundamental change needed? Tell us what you think over at We Talk Care.

#socialcare #nhsnews #carervoices #wetalkcare #integratedcare #healthandsocialcare

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💷 A new report suggests up to 650,000 unpaid carers could lose Carer’s

Allowance under Labour’s proposed reforms to PIP (Personal Independence Payment). Many fear this could have devastating consequences for families already struggling to cope.

📖 Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/mone....y/other/650000-set-t

💬 How would these changes affect you or someone you care for? Share your views in the We Talk Care community — your voice matters! 💙

#carersallowance #unpaidcarers #wetalkcare #carersrights #disabilitysupport #youarenotalone

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💙 Epilepsy & Autism: When Conditions Collide 💙

Many people with autism also have epilepsy, but the link between the two conditions is still not fully understood. This powerful article sheds light on what it’s like to live with both.

📖 Read more: https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/ne....ws/epilepsy-and-auti

💬 Do you care for someone with epilepsy and autism? What challenges have you faced? Let’s share experiences and advice in We Talk Care.

#epilepsyawareness #autismsupport #neurodiversity #wetalkcare #carercommunity

Epilepsy and autism – what it’s like when conditions collide - Epilepsy Action
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Epilepsy and autism – what it’s like when conditions collide - Epilepsy Action

Claudia talks about life with epilepsy and autism, including dealing with public ignorance of seizures and navigating social situations

💜Supporting Young Carers 💜

Young carers often juggle school, friendships, and caregiving—and their contributions often go unseen. This initiative is helping young carers access support and find a sense of community.

📖 Read more: https://hellorayo.co.uk/greate....st-hits/york-north-y

💬 Do you know a young carer who needs support? Let’s celebrate and support them—share your thoughts at We Talk Care!

#youngcarers #hiddenheroes #caregiversupport #wetalkcare #supportmatters

North Yorkshire teenager shares experience of being a young carer
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North Yorkshire teenager shares experience of being a young carer

North Yorkshire teenager shares experience of being a young carer to help others in the same position
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What is the Herbert Protocol? A Vital Safety Net for Families of People with Dementia | ##herbertprotocol #dementiacare #keepinglovedonessafe #wetalkcare #caregiversupport #youarenotalone

What is the Herbert Protocol? A Vital Safety Net for Families of People with Dementia

What is the Herbert Protocol? A Vital Safety Net for Families of People with Dementia

The Herbert Protocol is a pre-emptive safeguarding tool designed to help the police locate a missing person with dementia as quickly as possible. Having this information ready can save crucial time, increasing the chances of finding your loved one quickly and safely.