📱 Carer’s Allowance: Are DWP Taking Things Too Far?📱

If you're claiming Carer's Allowance, you may have received a text message from DWP recently. This has raised some concerns among vulnerable carers and those who support them.

Has anyone received this text? How did it make you feel? Let’s chat about it over at We Talk Care.

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🌟 Join the We Talk Care Community! 🌟

Are you a caregiver looking for support and connection?

Joe Ndilla, an ex-carer, has created the We Talk Care forum to help carers share their stories, seek advice, and combat the loneliness that often comes with the job. With over 1000 subscribers and growing, our platform is dedicated to supporting both paid and unpaid caregivers.

Join our community today and be part of our nurturing and supportive carer community. Subscribe now at We Talk Care and stay tuned for our upcoming mobile app launch.

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Online forum gives carers a voice - BBC News
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Online forum gives carers a voice - BBC News

Online forum gives carers a voice

💜 Caring for a loved one with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) comes with unique challenges. A Sheffield man shares his personal journey as a caregiver, offering insight and hope to others in similar situations. His story is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and support.

Have you cared for someone with FTD? Share your experiences with us and let’s support each other.

👉 Read more: https://www.theaftd.org/posts/....help-and-hope/uk-man

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U.K. Man Discusses FTD Caregiving with BBC and Yahoo! Life | AFTD
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U.K. Man Discusses FTD Caregiving with BBC and Yahoo! Life | AFTD

An FTD caregiver in the United Kingdom spoke about the disease’s emotional and financial impact in recent interviews with the BBC and Yahoo! Life.

❄️ Winter is approaching, and with it, the need for financial support. There are discussions about ensuring eligible pensioners receive their winter fuel payments to stay warm and safe during the colder months. This is crucial for many who rely on this benefit.

How important is this support for you or your loved ones? Let’s talk about how winter fuel payments make a difference.
👉 Read the article: https://www.express.co.uk/comm....ent/expresscomment/1

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I've been a carer for 40 yrs - what Starmer is doing is heartbreaking | Express Comment | Comment | Express.co.uk
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I've been a carer for 40 yrs - what Starmer is doing is heartbreaking | Express Comment | Comment | Express.co.uk

Cuts to the winter fuel payment will leave almost 10 million pensioners worse off - but some will feel it more than others.

💷 There are growing calls to increase the weekly Carer’s Allowance, as many believe the current amount isn’t enough to support those dedicating their lives to caring for others. An increase would help ease the financial strain many carers face.

Do you think the Carer’s Allowance should be increased? Let’s discuss the impact this could have on your life.

👉 Read more here: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/call....s-increase-weekly-ca

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🧠 Exciting news for those managing type 2 diabetes! Recent research has linked a common diabetes drug with a 35% lower risk of developing dementia. This finding offers new hope for reducing the risk of this devastating disease.

How do you feel about the potential of existing medications being used to combat dementia? Share your thoughts with us! 💬

👉 Read more: https://dentistry.co.uk/2024/0....8/29/drug-for-type-2

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Type 2 diabetes drug linked with 35% lower dementia risk - Dentistry
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Type 2 diabetes drug linked with 35% lower dementia risk - Dentistry

A drug used to treat type 2 diabetes has been found to lower the risk of dementia by more than one third, according to a new study.

🌟 The Struggles of Caring for a Loved One with Parkinson’s 🌟

Caring for someone with Parkinson’s is challenging, both physically and mentally. Maureen Crossan shares her experience of caring for her husband, Patrick, highlighting the daily stress, lack of support, and difficulties in accessing healthcare.

The “Parkinson's: Who Cares?” report reveals that many carers feel overwhelmed and under-supported.

Let’s discuss the realities of caregiving and what changes are needed to better support carers. Share your thoughts and experiences with us.

Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/art....icles/c16681j68r5o.a
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Parkinson's: Struggling carers are 'always on alert' - BBC News
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Parkinson's: Struggling carers are 'always on alert' - BBC News

A report find that Parkinson's carers are struggling to care properly for their loved ones.

🧬 Researchers have developed a blood test that can detect Parkinson’s up to seven years before symptoms appear.

This is a significant step forward in early diagnosis and treatment. How could earlier detection impact caregiving for Parkinson’s patients? Let’s discuss this breakthrough at We Talk Care!

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.nationalhealthexec....utive.com/articles/r

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Researchers develop blood test to detect Parkinson’s seven years before symptoms in ‘major step forward’ | UK Healthcare News
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Researchers develop blood test to detect Parkinson’s seven years before symptoms in ‘major step forward’ | UK Healthcare News

UCL researchers develop groundbreaking blood test that can predict Parkinson's up to 7 years before symptoms using AI and eight biomarkers, with 100% accuracy. Major advance for early diagnosis and treatment.

💷 Navigating the costs of home care can be challenging. Understanding your options is essential to ensure your loved ones receive the care they need without financial strain.

This article offers some practical tips and useful insights for those in the caregiving community looking to weigh up their at-home care options.

👉 Read the guide here: https://www.homecare.co.uk/adv....ice/paying-for-care-

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✉️ Carers UK has delivered a powerful letter to Downing Street, demanding more support for unpaid carers.

This is a significant step toward recognising the hard work and dedication of carers across the UK. What support do you think unpaid carers need the most?

👉 Read the article here: https://www.learningdisability....today.co.uk/news/car

#wetalkcare #unpaidcarers #supportcarers #carecommunity

Government urged to improve support for unpaid carers
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Government urged to improve support for unpaid carers

Today, Carers UK delivered a letter to 10 Downing Street calling for urgent action to be taken to address the challenges unpaid carers are facing.