💔 “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.

A Subtle but Serious Early Sign of Alzheimer’s 🧠

A man in his 40s started showing signs of early-onset Alzheimer’s—but his first symptom wasn’t memory loss. This story highlights how dementia can develop in unexpected ways.

📖 Read more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/he....alth/article-1448507

💙 Has your loved one shown unusual early symptoms? Let’s raise awareness together—share your experiences in We Talk Care.

#alzheimersawareness #dementiacare #brainhealth #wetalkcare #youarenotalone

I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at just 41 - the earliest sign was making a common mistake
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I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at just 41 - the earliest sign was making a common mistake

The father of teenage girls thought he was a little slapdash, until he found himself panicking about his 'missing' child.

Labour’s Benefits Policy Sparks Concern for Unpaid Carers 💷

With potential changes to benefits on the horizon, many unpaid carers and those they care for fear being left worse off. Will the government’s approach support or strain those who provide essential care?

📖 Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-nz/news..../other/starmer-brace

💬 How do you feel about potential benefit reforms? Are carers getting the financial support they deserve? Join the conversation at We Talk Care!

#unpaidcarers #carersrights #wetalkcare #costofliving #caregiversupport

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Dementia and Swallowing Problems: What You Need to Know

Dementia and Swallowing Problems: What You Need to Know

Understanding why swallowing becomes difficult in dementia, how to recognise the signs, and what you can do to help can make a significant difference in your loved one’s safety and quality of life.

Carer's Allowance Boost Coming in April 💷

📢 Good news for carers! The DWP is set to increase Carer’s Allowance from April, providing much-needed financial relief to many unpaid carers across the UK. Will this change make a difference to you?

📖 Read more: https://www.express.co.uk/fina....nce/personalfinance/

💙 Let’s talk about financial support for carers—what more needs to be done? Share your thoughts in We Talk Care!

#carersallowance #financialsupport #unpaidcarers #wetalkcare

DWP’s Carer’s Allowance boost from April as ‘cliff edge’ raised by £2,340 | Personal Finance | Finance | Express.co.uk
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DWP’s Carer’s Allowance boost from April as ‘cliff edge’ raised by £2,340 | Personal Finance | Finance | Express.co.uk

A DWP change from April will benefit thousands of carers across the UK.