Professional Support
It’s not always obvious who is an unpaid carer — and sometimes, even unpaid carers don’t realise it themselves. Our information and resources will make it easier to spot and support the unpaid carers in your sector.
Click here to watch our ‘Being a Carer’ series of videos, to help you identify the carers around you and understand the challenges that they face.
which sector are you?
Education
Teachers, tutors, lecturers and support staff in primary and secondary schools, colleges, further education and higher education.
Healthcare & Social Care
GP surgeries, clinical professionals in formal and informal settings e.g. pharmacies, social workers and social care professionals.
Employers & Businesses
All business sectors.
Carers are probably already hidden amongst your workforce.
Professional Blogs & News
- 10 minutes |
When your child refuses school, it’s not about bad behaviour. Our Solihull parent carer guide explains ESBN, your rights, and how to access support for a positive return to learning.
- 9 minutes |
Your guide to carer's rights: understand your legal protections at work—carer’s leave, flexible working, emergency time off—and how employers can support you.
- 12 minutes |
Carers' self-soothing techniques that work — this toolkit offers fast ways to calm your mind and body when stress, anxiety, or burnout strikes.
- 20 minutes |
A self-care toolkit for carers to support your health and wellbeing with tips on sleep, nutrition, hydration, stress and local support in Solihull.
- 17 minutes |
Learn how unpaid carers—young carers, young adult carers, and adult carers—can craft compelling personal statements for college, university, apprenticeships, or training. Discover tailored tips, real-life examples, and resources to turn your caring skills into your biggest application asset.
Personal statements for unpaid carers: college, university & apprenticeships
Learn how unpaid carers—young carers, young adult carers, and adult carers—can craft compelling personal statements for college, university, apprenticeships, or training. Discover tailored tips, real-life examples, and resources to turn your caring skills into your biggest application asset.
- 8 minutes |
Discover free Kooth webinars this June, offering mental health support for young people, parents, and young carers during school transitions. Join to get advice, ask questions, and feel supported.
- 23 minutes |
Thinking of going to university or wanting to explore further study while caring? Discover practical tips for both young and adult carers to pursue further education and alternative study options, while caring for someone.
- 18 minutes |
Healthy eating made simple for every carer—fuel your body, boost your mood, and save time with meals that work around your caring role.
- 3 minutes |
Take 10 minutes for a weekly check-in. A simple act of self reflection can ease stress, lift your mood, and remind you that your wellbeing matters too.
