- 5 minutes |
Coping with stress and caring
For stress awareness month we are looking at how stress affects carers.
info & advice
Any resources that will be helpful to carers will be available on this page. The library will build over time. Use the categories to get to the information you need. If you know of any resources that can be added then please get in touch.
health
- 6 minutes |
Our Charity Ball & Carer Friendly Awards makes a triumphant return!
We are proud to annouce the return of our Charity Ball & Carers Friendly Awards! Make your nominations and show your support,.
- 3 minutes |
Health wellbeing information exchange
Find out how local health providers collaborate and foster support in the community.
- 2 minutes |
Long Covid Support
Find more information about Long Covid and the support available.
- 2 minutes |
North Solihull Community Games Showcase
North Solihull Sports Centre are hosting a day of sports and activities for members and non-members! All for FREE!
- 14 minutes |
The life of a carer in 2023
Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.
- 8 minutes |
Free online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for over 16’s
Free online CBT withThe Living Well Consortium and Silvercloud is now available for over 16's in Birmingham and Solihull.
- 6 minutes |
Free breaks and holidays for carers & families
Find out how carers and their families can get a much needed free break or holiday
- 11 minutes |
Summer holiday activities for all!
Find out more about all the fun physical and mental activities, as well Kids Eat Free information available for the Summer Holidays!
- 3 minutes |
Solihull Hospital re-opens Urgent Treatment Centre
The new minor injury unit has re-opened after refurbishment.
- 1 minute |
Discussing the effects of Long Covid with NHS
Watch our discussion on Long Covid and find help for you, or someone you know suffering from long covid.
- 3 minutes |
Emotional and Mental Well-being
Caring can place huge demands on you with many extra responsibilities and frustrations to deal with.
- 3 minutes |
What is a Carer’s Assessment?
A carer’s assessment looks at your needs as a carer and the impact of your caring role, including the practical and emotional support you provide.
- 5 minutes |
Your Health
As an unpaid carer, it is important to look after your own health
how to get a break
- 3 minutes |
Sitting Service Volunteers Making A Difference
Our sitting service volunteers make a big difference to the lives of carers in Solihull.
- 14 minutes |
The life of a carer in 2023
Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.
- 1 minute |
Music & Memories events for carers
Relax and reminisce with music in the beauty of Eastcote Park Retirement VIllage, in partnership with Solihull Music Service
- 2 minutes |
Solihull playday is coming!
Join in the fun with this activity packed day of play!
- 2 minutes |
Young Carers Festival 2023
Our young carers spent a weekend relaxing, having fun, and being kids again at the Young Carers Festival 2023
- 1 minute |
Carers Card
Use this for telephone numbers of whom to contact in an emergency and to alert others you are caring for someone who may need help back at home.
- 1 minute |
How to get a break
Being a carer can be hard work and you might need to take a break sometimes. Respite is a short break, anything from a couple of hours to several weeks
education
- 5 minutes |
Warwick University researching Young Adult Carers
The University of Warwick are inviting all young adult carers (18 - 25 yrs) to take part in academic research.
- 14 minutes |
The life of a carer in 2023
Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.
- 2 minutes |
Solihull College gets a lesson from Young Adult Carers
Two of our young adult carers delivered a training workshop at Solihull College
- 1 minute |
Discussing the effects of Long Covid with NHS
Watch our discussion on Long Covid and find help for you, or someone you know suffering from long covid.
- 1 minute |
Solihull’s Young Carers in Education
Young and Young Adult Carers across Solihull share their experiences of being carers and how it affects their lives at home and in education.
Transport
- 1 minute |
Transport
Whether you are doing some shopping, going to a hospital appointment or having a day out there is lots of support to help you, and the person you care for to get about
Finances
- 4 minutes |
The Carer’s Leave Regulations 2024
Unpaid carers now have the legal right to take time off work, to make sure the people they care for are cared for. Find out what it all means and how it can affect you.
- 4 minutes |
Caring and Finances
Why caring can cause financial difficulties and what support is available.
- 3 minutes |
Our Annual Stakeholder Event 2023
We held our annual stakeholder event on Monday 27th November. Click to read more about our review of 2022 - 2023.
- 3 minutes |
Carers Rights Day 2023 Information Event
Find out what happenend at our Carers Information Event, featuring many local charities and organisations offering help, advice and support this winter.
- 14 minutes |
The life of a carer in 2023
Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.
- 3 minutes |
Check your energy bills – you might be entitled to a discount
We get many calls from carers struggling with bills and finances. Have a look at some of the information below as this could be useful
- 1 minute |
Finances
There are benefits just for carers, some for people with a disability, and some to help you if you have a low income.
Training & work
- 3 minutes |
Help UoB find out ‘what does it mean to be a young carer?’
The University of Birmingham has an exciting opportunity for young adult carers to be vital participants and researchers with a new research project.
- 4 minutes |
Shaping the future of adult social care
Would you like to play an active role in helping shape the future of adult social care in Solihull? Your everyday lived experiences of adult social care services can be used to make them better.
- 2 minutes |
British Red Cross free first aid apps
Free first aid training apps for you to download and use anywhere you like, any time you like.
- 4 minutes |
October is Free wills month
Free Wills Month brings together a group of well-respected charities to offer members of the public aged 55 and over, the opportunity to have their simple Wills written or updated free of charge.
- 2 minutes |
Get ready for later life with help from Solihull Council
Join us and other organistions to learn more about 'later life' at two drop-in events.
- 8 minutes |
Free online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for over 16’s
Free online CBT withThe Living Well Consortium and Silvercloud is now available for over 16's in Birmingham and Solihull.
- 3 minutes |
Become a young carer peer mentor
Calling all 13 - 17 year old carers, join us and share with the younger generation of carers your knowledge of caring.
- 2 minutes |
Volunteer Coordinator Vacancy
Join our team and become our new Volunteer Coordinator
- 1 minute |
Apprenticeships for Young Adult Carers
For National Apprenticeship Week Carers Trust will be hosting a virtual event on Wednesday 8th February 5:30 – 6:30pm highlighting apprenticeships for young adult carers.
- 2 minutes |
Training and Work
If you are juggling work with looking after someone, you are not alone
E-Learning
Contingency Planning
Learn why you should create a contingency plan and how to make one for moments when emergencies arise and you’re unable to provide care.
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my rights
- 4 minutes |
The Carer’s Leave Regulations 2024
Unpaid carers now have the legal right to take time off work, to make sure the people they care for are cared for. Find out what it all means and how it can affect you.
- 3 minutes |
Carers Rights Day 2023 Information Event
Find out what happenend at our Carers Information Event, featuring many local charities and organisations offering help, advice and support this winter.
- 4 minutes |
October is Free wills month
Free Wills Month brings together a group of well-respected charities to offer members of the public aged 55 and over, the opportunity to have their simple Wills written or updated free of charge.
- 10 minutes |
The Carers Leave Act 2023
Find out how the new laws and protections will benefit those juggling employment and a caring role.
- 1 minute |
Young Carers Action Day 2023
But what does ‘Make Time for Young Carers’ really mean?
- 3 minutes |
Check your energy bills – you might be entitled to a discount
We get many calls from carers struggling with bills and finances. Have a look at some of the information below as this could be useful
- 3 minutes |
What is a Carer’s Assessment?
A carer’s assessment looks at your needs as a carer and the impact of your caring role, including the practical and emotional support you provide.
