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.

We have them in categories so you can select what is relevant to you.

health

Health wellbeing information exchange

Find out how local health providers collaborate and foster support in the community.

Long Covid Support

Find more information about Long Covid and the support available.

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!

The life of a carer in 2023

Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.

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.

Free breaks and holidays for carers & families

Find out how carers and their families can get a much needed free break or holiday

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!

Solihull Hospital re-opens Urgent Treatment Centre

The new minor injury unit has re-opened after refurbishment.
Join CEO Brandon Scott-Omenka, Health Liaison Worker Linda Hewitt, and Charlotte Wade from the NHS Long Covid Team. They discuss the damaging effects of long covid, but also the help and care available to people who suffer with those effects.

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.

Emotional and Mental Well-being

Caring can place huge demands on you with many extra responsibilities and frustrations to deal with.

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.
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Your Health

As an unpaid carer, it is important to look after your own health

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The life of a carer in 2023

Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.

Music & Memories events for carers

Relax and reminisce with music in the beauty of Eastcote Park Retirement VIllage, in partnership with Solihull Music Service

Solihull playday is coming!

Join in the fun with this activity packed day of play!
Young Carers standing in front of YCG. Cheering and happy.

Young Carers Festival 2023

Our young carers spent a weekend relaxing, having fun, and being kids again at the Young Carers Festival 2023

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.
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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

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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.

The life of a carer in 2023

Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.

Solihull College gets a lesson from Young Adult Carers

Two of our young adult carers delivered a training workshop at Solihull College
Join CEO Brandon Scott-Omenka, Health Liaison Worker Linda Hewitt, and Charlotte Wade from the NHS Long Covid Team. They discuss the damaging effects of long covid, but also the help and care available to people who suffer with those effects.

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.

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

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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

The life of a carer in 2023

Read results of the Adult Carers Survey sent out by Carers Trust in summer 2023.

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
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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

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.

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.
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Training and Work 

If you are juggling work with looking after someone, you are not alone

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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.

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.

The Carers Leave Act 2023

Find out how the new laws and protections will benefit those juggling employment and a caring role.

Young Carers Action Day 2023

But what does ‘Make Time for Young Carers’ really mean?

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

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.

Your Rights as a Carer

As a carer you have the right to

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