Carers Rights Day 2024
There are 5.7m unpaid carers in the UK and Carers Rights Day on Thursday 21 November is about highlighting the rights and immense contributions of these unsung heroes.
What’s happening?
Come along to one of these events and find out how you can access support if you are an unpaid carer in Kirklees.
Thursday 21 November 10am-2pm, Batley Library
Learn about your rights, entitlements, and available support, including assessments, advocacy, benefits, power of attorney, wills, inheritance, and various services in Kirklees. You can also take a little time out with crafts, hand massages, or by getting your nails painted.
To book a place or find out more please contact Carers Count on 0300 012 0231 or email info@carerscount.org.uk.
Monday 25 November 11am-3pm, Tolson Museum
Pop into Tolson Museum to gain some advice and help regarding cost of living and carer’s support. The following information and services will be available:
- Social Prescribing with Kulvinder Sokhal
- Health and Wellbeing Coaches
- Wellness Service
- Community Plus
- Carer’s Count
- Kirklees Dementia Hub
You can just turn up for a chat without having to book.
Tuesday 03 December 10:30am-12:00pm – online
Book a place on our Virtual Carers Caring for Someone with Memory Deterioration Session. Please visit the Kirklees Wellness Service website for Carers Support or call 01484 234095 to book your free place.
Further information
You can find more details about your rights as an unpaid carer on the Carers UK website.