News & Media

Keep up to date with what we are doing and what is coming up for carers in Solihull. We also publish anything that we think will be helpful to carers.

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35 minutes |
April 16, 2025

Easter fun for the whole family!

Get ready for some egg-citing Easter fun in and around Solihull! This guide is packed with everything you need for a memorable break, from free Easter egg hunts and community events to thrilling day trips and paid experiences. With something for everyone, make Easter 2025 special.

3 minutes |
April 9, 2025

Quizzing & caring: Community combines for carers

Quizzing & caring as Sydney Mitchell and Carers Trust Solihull combine forces to create a quiz night, to raise funds for unpaid carers of Solihull.

1 minute |
April 2, 2025

Young & Young Adult Carers Newsletter

Find our latest young carers & young adult carers newsletter inside...

1 minute |
March 21, 2025

Employment & Skills Team For Carers

Solihull Council's Employment & Skills Team gives carers dedicated support and guidance for work and training, to reach your goals.

1 minute |
March 19, 2025

Male carers free lunch and chat!

30% of unpaid carers are males. We are always working to provide a varied and comprehensive service. Now, we are calling our male carers! We need you to join us for a FREE lunch and to share your views on our service.

3 minutes |
March 13, 2025

GP Greeter Volunteers

GP Greeter Volunteers play a vital role in distributing essential information and offering support within healthcare settings.

2 minutes |
March 12, 2025

JLR Shifts Gears for Young Carers!

For young carers, getting to events, support, and social activities isn’t always easy—but an incredible vehicle donation from JLR is changing that.

1 minute |
March 10, 2025

Sitting Service Volunteers (Face to Face)

As a Sitting Service Volunteer, you will enable individuals with a caring responsibility to take some time away from their caring role, the volunteer will be spending time with the looked after person whilst their carer is away.

1 minute |
March 7, 2025

Young Carers Befrienders Volunteers

As a Young Carers Befriender, you will play an important (and fun) role in befriending, improving good mental wellbeing, building confidence and self-esteem in young carers!

1 minute |
March 6, 2025

New Carers Newsletter Out Now!

Catch up on all the exciting things we've been up to over the past six months and see what's in store for Spring and Summer in our brand-new carers newsletter and events programme!

11 minutes |
February 28, 2025

Your Guide to Blue Badge Scheme

The Blue Badge Scheme is designed to help people with disabilities, to have easier access to travelling and arriving at their destinations. Carers and their cared-for can benefit greatly from this scheme. Read more to find out how.

9 minutes |
February 20, 2025

Your Guide to Carer’s Financial Support

Carer's Financial Support can come in all shapes and sizes. From education and legal support, to benefits and more! Read about how unpaid carers can be financially supported.

2 minutes |
February 12, 2025

Thank you, Anne Hall.

Anne Hall, cared for by her husband Peter, has sadly passed away, but leaves us her kindness and generosity.

7 minutes |
February 7, 2025

Your guide to Carer’s Credit

This is your guide to Carer's Credit. Learn what it is, who is it for, and how you can apply for it. This is a Carers Essentials Guide.

8 minutes |
January 29, 2025

Young Carers Action Day 2025 – Save the date!

Join us for Young Carers Action Day on Wednesday, 12th March 2025, to honour young carers in our communities! This year's theme, "Give Me A Break," highlights the importance of rest. Schools can join in and apply for funding for their own events. Learn how you can help support young carers!

25 minutes |
January 16, 2025

10+ Helpful Tips for Big Energy Saving Week

Energy Saving Week is here, and we have some amazing tips and guides to help you reduce your energy usage and bills!

1 minute |
January 7, 2025

Annual Report & Financial Statements 2023 – 2024

Every year we share how we are funded and what we achieve with it. Read our latest annual report for all of that and so much more!

5 minutes |
December 18, 2024

Tips for carers to navigate Christmas

Follow our tips for carers to navigate Christmas, to help you feel the magic of the season.

2 minutes |
December 11, 2024

We’re back to “Light Up A Carers Christmas!”

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5 minutes |
December 5, 2024

Dealing with grief as a carer

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22 minutes |
November 22, 2024

Carers Rights Day 2024

Discover everything you missed on Carers Rights Day!

2 minutes |
November 13, 2024

AlphaBioLabs is “Giving Back” to young carers!

AlphaBioLabs and their "Giving Back" campaign has generously donated £500 towards activities for our young carers!

2 minutes |
October 28, 2024

Persimmon Homes supports young carers with £5,000!

Persimmon Homes donation of £5,000 has fully funded our Peer Mentoring and Befriending program for the next 12 months!

12 minutes |
October 18, 2024

Your guide to Caring Glossary – Crack the Code

Crack the Code! Being a carer means you have to learn new words, terms and abbreviations. This glossary guide will help you to understand what they mean.

4 minutes |
October 4, 2024

Quizzing for a Cause: Local Businesses Support Carers

Solihull is rich with people, businesses, and organisations with the passion to support carers. Our Charity quiz was another successful night of raising funds and awareness!

2 minutes |
September 26, 2024

Help us to improve services for unpaid carer in Solihull

Please complete the survey & join the Solihull Carers Forum if possible.

1 minute |
September 13, 2024

EVO Energy Support Solihull Carers

EVO Energy and Ricci Deakin raise an incredible £1,140 for Carers Trust Solihull

2 minutes |
August 22, 2024

Super donation from Waitrose to young carers

A generous donation to our young carers from Waitrose Solihull, as part of their "Give a Little Love" campaign. Find out how it will be used!

13 minutes |
August 21, 2024

Your guide to 4 types of scams and how to avoid them

Scams and fraud are becoming just as complex as the technology that empowers our lives. Stay up to date with the methods that criminals use, and avoid the chance of being caught out.

1 minute |
August 16, 2024

Tennis superstars strike an ace for young carers

The superstars of West Warwickshire Sports Complex in Solihull donated a whopping £481.50 to our young carers!

3 minutes |
August 15, 2024

We are hiring!

We are hiring! Find out about the opportunities we have available.

6 minutes |
August 7, 2024

Community Advice Hubs – What you need to know

The Community Advice Hubs are here to support you, no matter your problem or the stage of your life. Find out how.

4 minutes |
August 2, 2024

Carer’s allowance overpayments – what you need to know.

The Carer's Allowance overpayment scandal is finally coming to light, and how carers are being punished for situations, often out of their control.

10 minutes |
July 22, 2024

Your guide to carers cards

Find all about our carers card and what it can be used for.

10 minutes |
July 22, 2024

Beat the heat! Our 6 tips to staying safe this summer.

It can be difficult to focus and get on with caring, as well as enjoying ourselves, when the heat can be so stifling. Follow our handy tips and you should have a more enjoyable (and less groggy) summer!

4 minutes |
July 19, 2024

Staying active as a carer

Being a carer can make it tough to take part in sports and exercise. We have some great tips and ways for you to have fun in the sun, and stay active as a carer.

47 minutes |
July 15, 2024

Your guide to Carers Allowance

All the information our carers could need to understand the Carers Allowance benefit.

5 minutes |
July 11, 2024

Online learning for carers: Our next steps

Let us know the kind of E-learning, digital content and guides you want and need! What problems do you have, what do you need to learn more about? What is something you haven't seen from us before that you'd like to see in the future? Let us know!

4 minutes |
July 9, 2024

What’s a carers card?

Find all about our carers card and what it can be used for.

3 minutes |
June 27, 2024

“No choice but to care” report launches

Read the latest report shining a light on the challenges of unpaid carers.

4 minutes |
June 19, 2024

Celebrating Carers Week 2024: Putting Carers on the Map

Find out how we celebrated Carers Week 2024.

9 minutes |
June 19, 2024

A wonderful night to remember: Carer Friendly Awards 2024

Join us and find out all the amazing things that happened during our Charity Ball & Carer Friendly Awards evening.

6 minutes |
June 12, 2024

It’s Carers Week!

For this Carers Week Brandon Scott-Omenka, CEO of Carers Trust Solihull, reflects on how carers access support, coping with jargon, how he loves his gadgets, IT and the positives and negatives of Artificial Intelligence.

4 minutes |
June 7, 2024

It’s Volunteers Week!

For Volunteers Week find out about the incredible work our dedicated volunteers do at Carers Trust Solihull.

2 minutes |
May 27, 2024

We are hiring – Join our team!

We are hiring! We have two exciting roles availabel for you to join our team. Find out more...

3 minutes |
May 23, 2024

Carers Charity Walk 2024

Find out more about our annual carer charity walk!

2 minutes |
May 15, 2024

Mental Health: Experience of Care Campaign

Share you experiences of mental health services, and help improve Birmingham and Solihull mental care with Rethink.org

37 minutes |
May 8, 2024

Here are your Carer Friendly Awards Finalists

These are your Carer Friendly Awards Finalists! Have you been shortlisted?

3 minutes |
April 30, 2024

Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week is around the corner, find out what we are up to during the week to support carers.

4 minutes |
April 22, 2024

Connecting Carers with Carers UK Forum

Carers UK are connecting carers around the country with their online forum. Join in and stay connected with support and help all day everyday.

5 minutes |
April 17, 2024

Coping with stress and caring

For stress awareness month we are looking at how stress affects carers.

7 minutes |
April 12, 2024

Carers Talk: The ultimate podcast for carers

Carers Talk podcast is the latest way for us to share vital information to all our carers, from a wide variety of guests! Have us in your pocket for when you need us.

4 minutes |
April 4, 2024

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 |
March 28, 2024

Thank you for the wonderful Easter egg donations!

For Young Carers Action Day, all of our young & young adult carers went home with an Easter egg. We want to thank all of the people who made that happen!

3 minutes |
March 25, 2024

Sitting Service Volunteers Making A Difference

Our sitting service volunteers make a big difference to the lives of carers in Solihull.

4 minutes |
March 20, 2024

Young Carers Action Day Celebrations!

Find out how we celebrated young Carers Action Day with our young carers!

4 minutes |
March 19, 2024

Caring and Finances

Why caring can cause financial difficulties and what support is available.

6 minutes |
March 12, 2024

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,.

2 minutes |
March 4, 2024

Day Of Reflection

Taking a moment of reflection and to remember those we have lost.

3 minutes |
February 27, 2024

How one conversation can make it all worthwhile

“Making A Real Difference” is the first in a new regular blog from our CEO Brandon Scott-Omenka. Find out how one conversation changed everything.

2 minutes |
February 21, 2024

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate a massive £4000!

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors kindly donates £4000 to our charity.

8 minutes |
January 31, 2024

National Storytelling Week is here!

National Storytelling Week is here to show that there is a story for everyone and everyone has a story to tell. Find out how you, young and old, can get explore new stories!

3 minutes |
January 30, 2024

Young carers heard and seen at the ASCL Pastoral Conference

Two brave carers spoke at the national ASCL pastoral conference about their struggles and experiences with the education system, while being unpaid carers.

3 minutes |
January 25, 2024

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.

6 minutes |
January 23, 2024

UB Healthcare makes us their charity of the year

Find out what makes UB Healthcare special and how this new partnership will help unpaid carers and their cared for.

3 minutes |
January 17, 2024

Health wellbeing information exchange

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

5 minutes |
January 10, 2024

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.

1 minute |
December 11, 2023

Young carers & young adult carers Newsletter January – April 2024

Our latest Young Carers and Young Adult Carers Newsletter is now available.

3 minutes |
December 3, 2023

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 |
November 23, 2023

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.

1 minute |
November 21, 2023

Nominate us to receive £1,000 from Benefact Group

One minute of your time can help us to change lives with the Benefact Group's 'Movement for Good' campaign.

1 minute |
November 20, 2023

Raising awareness with BBC Radio WM

Our own Pauline Manby shared with Merisha Stevenson of BBC Radio WM, the work we do to help support and raise awareness for unpaid carers. Watch the segment here.

6 minutes |
November 14, 2023

Young carers and young adult carers report

An inquiry by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Young and Young Adult Carers has revealed the devastating impact caring has on the life opportunities of the UK’s young people.

3 minutes |
November 8, 2023

Celebrating young carer Noah Anderson

Noah Anderson, a carer and volunteer, has been awarded the prestigious Civic Honour of Making a Difference for Young People Award.

4 minutes |
November 7, 2023

Deputy Mayor of Solihull donates £1,500

Deputy Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Ken Meeson, presented the £1,500 donation to Sally Barton-Bodley of our Young and Young Adult Carers team.

2 minutes |
October 31, 2023

Carers Rights Day 2023 Information Event

We are holding a Carers Rights Day event on 22nd November! Find out what's happening here.

3 minutes |
October 24, 2023

We won Solihull’s Award for Excellence in the Third Sector

Solihull Chamber of Commerce has honoured us with the prestigious award Excellence in the Third Sector.

10 minutes |
October 19, 2023

Autumn family days out and adventures

Found out what events and adventures are going on for children and families this halloween and half term

2 minutes |
October 18, 2023

Long Covid Support

Find more information about Long Covid and the support available.

12 minutes |
October 18, 2023

Autumn family events and activities

Found out what fun and spooks are going on for children and families this autumn and half-term!

4 minutes |
October 18, 2023

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 |
October 17, 2023

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!

2 minutes |
October 16, 2023

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 10, 2023

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.

3 minutes |
October 10, 2023

Sydney Mitchell Charity Ball raises over £3,000 for Carers Trust Solihull

Thank you to Sydney Mitchell Solicitors for hosting a spectacular charity ball, raising thousands to help us support unpaid carers.

2 minutes |
October 10, 2023

Ronan Anand’s Mount Everest climb donations reach new peaks

Rohan Anand's and BDO Services raise more donations and awareness for unpaid carers & Carers Trust Solihull.

14 minutes |
September 21, 2023

The life of a carer in 2023

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

2 minutes |
September 18, 2023

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.

1 minute |
September 18, 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

2 minutes |
September 11, 2023

Solihull playday is coming!

Join in the fun with this activity packed day of play!

1 minute |
September 7, 2023

Adult Carers Newsletter & Events Programme – Autumn / Winter Edition

Our adult carers newsletter and events programme is now available.

8 minutes |
September 1, 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.

10 minutes |
August 31, 2023

The Carers Leave Act 2023

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

6 minutes |
August 24, 2023

Free breaks and holidays for carers & families

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

2 minutes |
August 23, 2023

Young carers action day 2024 – Save the date!

Carers Trust is thrilled to announce that Young Carers Action Day 2024 will take place on Wednesday 13 March.

1 minute |
August 23, 2023

Young carers driver/chaperone volunteers needed

We are looking for volunteer drivers/chaperones volunteers for our young carers!

2 minutes |
August 23, 2023

Young carers peer mentoring facilitator volunteer

We are looking for 3 hours a week of volunteering work for someone to help young carers & peer mentoring scheme

3 minutes |
August 22, 2023

“The Power of Love in Action” Marie Curie & Hazel Carter talk hospice care

Are you curious about hospices and what they are like for patient and loved ones? Join the free talk on 12th September

2 minutes |
August 21, 2023

Seeking volunteers for our unpaid carers sitting service

We are seeking volunteers for our Sitting Service. If you are up for a new challenge, have spare time, or are retired then you can help thousands of carers.

11 minutes |
August 14, 2023

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 |
August 11, 2023

Interactive map for Solihull and Birmingham

Solihull Council have an interactive map showing all the people, groups and organisations in the Solihull & Birmingham Area.

2 minutes |
August 4, 2023

We’ve been shortlisted!

We are proud to announce that we have been shortlisted, by Solihull Chamber of Commerce, for the prestigious Solihull’s Award for Excellence in Third Sector

3 minutes |
August 3, 2023

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 |
August 1, 2023

Volunteer Coordinator Vacancy

Join our team and become our new Volunteer Coordinator

2 minutes |
July 27, 2023

Free online Summer events for all unpaid carers with ‘Dementia Carers Count’

Dementia Carers Count have lined up some fantastic online events this Summer for unpaid carers, and best of all they're all free. Have a look and join in.

2 minutes |
July 7, 2023

Solihull College gets a lesson from Young Adult Carers

Two of our young adult carers delivered a training workshop at Solihull College

2 minutes |
July 7, 2023

Young Carers Festival 2023

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

3 minutes |
July 5, 2023

Solihull Hospital re-opens Urgent Treatment Centre

The new minor injury unit has re-opened after refurbishment.

3 minutes |
July 4, 2023

Podcast ‘Carers Talk’ has launched on multiple platforms

Carers Talk is our new podcast designed for carers. Find out how...

2 minutes |
June 29, 2023

Parent Carers and Young Carers Assessment Practitioner

We are looking for a Parent Carer and Young Carer Assessment Practitioner.. Find out more...

5 minutes |
June 14, 2023

Carers Week 2023 wrap up and appreciation!

Watch and Read about all the great things we accomplished during this years Carers Week.

1 minute |
June 9, 2023

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.

10 minutes |
June 8, 2023

Award-winning author Hazel Carter shares her story of caring for her husband

Hazel Carter shares her experiences of her caring role.

2 minutes |
May 19, 2023

Carers Week 2023

Find out how we will be celebrating Carers Week and how you can get involved.

3 minutes |
April 11, 2023

Trekking up Everest to Support Unpaid Carers in Solihull

A budding young accountant, Rohan Anand set off to reach new heights by trekking up Everest to raise funds for unpaid carers in Solihull.

1 minute |
April 9, 2023

New Young Carer and Young Adult Carers Newsletter

Find out the latest news and activities available for Young and Young Adult Carers.

2 minutes |
April 6, 2023

Fundraising Team Manager

We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to join our team. Find out more...

1 minute |
March 20, 2023

Adult Carers Newsletter March to September 23

Welcome to the latest edition of our newsletter. You can view it online or get in touch for a printed version.

1 minute |
February 15, 2023

Young Carers Action Day 2023

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

3 minutes |
February 7, 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

1 minute |
February 1, 2023

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 |
November 30, 2022

Carers Rights Day 2022 Event

Carers Rights Day is a national event to highlight and campaign for carers' rights. With the cost of living crisis being one of the main concerns for carers we held an information event focussing on this.

2 minutes |
October 25, 2022

Carers Rights Day 2022 is coming!

Whether you are a new carer or have been caring for someone for a while, we believe that it’s important that you understand your rights and are able to access the support that is available to you as soon as you need it.

1 minute |
September 21, 2022

Council to discuss new strategy to support Solihull carers

Solihull Council’s Joint Adults and Children’s Scrutiny Board will discuss a new five-year Carers Strategy at its meeting on Thursday (22 September).

2 minutes |
September 9, 2022

Carers Talk Autumn, Winter 2022

Over the past 6 months we have enjoyed getting back to working face to face with carers in the community and it has been lovely to see many of you joining our carers meet ups and events.

1 minute |
September 1, 2022

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.

2 minutes |
August 19, 2022

Donations Support Young Carers at Blackwell

For the 9th year running, we ran a BBQ at our Blackwell Residential event for Young Carers aged 8 to 11. The Blackwell event was, again, funded by a wonderful donation of £2,000 from our great friends at Rotary St Alphege.

1 minute |
August 18, 2022

Donation of £1,000 by Waitrose

A kind and generous donation of £1,000 by Waitrose Solihull

3 minutes |
August 18, 2022

Emotional and Mental Well-being

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

3 minutes |
August 10, 2022

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.

1 minute |
August 4, 2022

Peter, a volunteer fundraiser

Peter is a self motivated, unstoppable fundraiser who has sought out and secured funding from diverse sources. He has built and developed positive relationships with funders and donors with incredible results.

1 minute |
August 4, 2022

Carer’s story in their own words

After contacting the Carers Trust Solihull I was offered an assessment. I found the assessment itself very therapeutic and it had been a very long time since anyone had asked me about myself

2 minutes |
August 4, 2022

Young Carer of the Year 2022

Rebecca Wall was presented with the Young Carer of the Year Dave Henry Award

1 minute |
August 3, 2022

Young Carers Newsletter Aug22-Dec22

Keep up to date with all of our news, activities and anything else we have been up to in the latest edition of the Solihull Young Carers Newsletter

1 minute |
July 21, 2022

Donations come in different types

Donations are not just about £’s, Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate their time and expertise to support carers.

1 minute |
July 19, 2022

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

1 minute |
July 19, 2022

Finances

There are benefits just for carers, some for people with a disability, and some to help you if you have a low income.

1 minute |
July 19, 2022

Terry, celebrating years of voluntary service

Terry’s role is crucial as she takes on tasks that free up staff to concentrate on face-to-face work with young carers

5 minutes |
July 19, 2022

Your Health

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

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

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

2 minutes |
May 3, 2022

Training and Work

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

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

Your Rights as a Carer

As a carer you have the right to

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

We are enormously grateful to donors of all ages

Our donors and fundraisers are of all ages and we are constantly amazed by their dedication and ingenuity.

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

What is it like to be a carer?

Carers in Solihull of all ages talking about their caring roles and how they are supported.

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

Young carers in Solihull

Young Carers in Solihull share their experiences of being children with caring responsibilities

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

Parent Carers Story, Amy

In her own words...

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

Young Adult Carers in Solihull

Young adult carers in Solihull share their experiences of being children with caring responsibilities

1 minute |
April 13, 2022

Community coming together for carers

2022 marks our 20 year anniversary, we decided to celebrate this with a charity ball and awards night

1 minute |
March 18, 2022

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.

Videos

6 minutes |
June 12, 2024

It’s Carers Week!

7 minutes |
April 12, 2024

Carers Talk: The ultimate podcast for carers

Carers Talk podcast is the latest way for us to share vital information to all our carers, from a wide variety of guests! Have us in your pocket for when you need us.

3 minutes |
November 23, 2023

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.

1 minute |
November 20, 2023

Raising awareness with BBC Radio WM

Our own Pauline Manby shared with Merisha Stevenson of BBC Radio WM, the work we do to help support and raise awareness for unpaid carers. Watch the segment here.

2 minutes |
October 31, 2023

Carers Rights Day 2023 Information Event

We are holding a Carers Rights Day event on 22nd November! Find out what's happening here.

3 minutes |
July 4, 2023

Podcast ‘Carers Talk’ has launched on multiple platforms

Carers Talk is our new podcast designed for carers. Find out how...

5 minutes |
June 14, 2023

Carers Week 2023 wrap up and appreciation!

Watch and Read about all the great things we accomplished during this years Carers Week.

1 minute |
June 9, 2023

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.

2 minutes |
November 30, 2022

Carers Rights Day 2022 Event

1 minute |
May 3, 2022

What is it like to be a carer?

Carers in Solihull of all ages talking about their caring roles and how they are supported.

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May 3, 2022

Young carers in Solihull

Young Carers in Solihull share their experiences of being children with caring responsibilities

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May 3, 2022

Young Adult Carers in Solihull

Young adult carers in Solihull share their experiences of being children with caring responsibilities

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March 18, 2022

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.

Carers Talk podcast

We are a charity with a mission to support unpaid carers of all ages in Solihull. Through this podcast we aim to share useful advice and information to help and support carers in their caring role, as well as share their stories and experiences. We know it can be hard for carers to take time out to attend support sessions, so we hope through this podcast we can bring the support to you. We know having the right information and support can make the world of difference to a carers journey. We hope you will join us for our monthly episodes.

If you need us, find us at: http://www.solihullcarers.org

In this episode, we chat with Alyson Fell, an adult carer practitioner here at Carers Trust Solihull, with an expertise on End of Life support. End of life is one of the most difficult situations, and series of questions that we will face in our lifetime. There are so many how's, why's, what's, where's and when's that we all must go through. Alyson and Michelle are here to help you understand what can be done, who is there to help, and so much more so you are better prepared for End of Life care.

See below for links and more support.

Age UK:

⁠⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/⁠⁠

Anne Robson Trust:

⁠https://annerobsontrust.org.uk⁠

BBC Reflections on Dying Playlist:

⁠⁠https://www.bbc.co.uk/ideas/playlists/dying-thoughts⁠

Community Advice Hub Information:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠admin@solihullcommunityhub.org.uk⁠⁠⁠

Call: 0121 709 7590

Community Advice Hub South Solihull:

⁠⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/services/south-solihull-community-advice-hub-6b878622-e3fc-ea11-b5da-00155d80948f/⁠⁠

Community Advice Hub North Solihull:

⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/services/north-solihull-community-advice-hub-3098befd-eafc-ea11-b5da-00155d80948f/⁠

Daff Café:
⁠https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/hospice-care/west-midlands/services-to-support-you⁠

Kathryn Mannix:
⁠https://www.kathrynmannix.com⁠

Macmillan:

⁠https://www.macmillan.org.uk⁠

Marie Curie:

⁠https://www.mariecurie.org.uk⁠

Men's Shed: ⁠
https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/research/mens-shed⁠

Join us on our website to receive information and support:

* ⁠https://www.solihullcarers.org⁠

While you're there, subscribe to receive our digital newsletter, packed with fun events and activities for unpaid carers.

Join our social media channels:

* ⁠facebook.com/solihullcarerstrust ⁠

* ⁠instagram.com/solihullcarers ⁠

* ⁠twitter.com/solihullcarers⁠

* ⁠ youtube.com/@solihullcarers ⁠

* @solihullcarers

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See below for links and more support.

Age UK:

⁠⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/⁠⁠

Anne Robson Trust:

⁠https://annerobsontrust.org.uk⁠

BBC Reflections on Dying Playlist:

⁠⁠https://www.bbc.co.uk/ideas/playlists/dying-thoughts⁠

Community Advice Hub Information:

Email: ⁠⁠⁠admin@solihullcommunityhub.org.uk⁠⁠⁠

Call: 0121 709 7590

Community Advice Hub South Solihull:

⁠⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/services/south-solihull-community-advice-hub-6b878622-e3fc-ea11-b5da-00155d80948f/⁠⁠

Community Advice Hub North Solihull:

⁠https://www.ageuk.org.uk/solihull/services/north-solihull-community-advice-hub-3098befd-eafc-ea11-b5da-00155d80948f/⁠

Daff Café:
⁠https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/hospice-care/west-midlands/services-to-support-you⁠

Kathryn Mannix:
⁠https://www.kathrynmannix.com⁠

Macmillan:

⁠https://www.macmillan.org.uk⁠

Marie Curie:

⁠https://www.mariecurie.org.uk⁠

Men's Shed: ⁠
https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/research/mens-shed⁠

Join us on our website to receive information and support:

* ⁠https://www.solihullcarers.org⁠

While you're there, subscribe to receive our digital newsletter, packed with fun events and activities for unpaid carers.

Join our social media channels:

* ⁠facebook.com/solihullcarerstrust ⁠

* ⁠instagram.com/solihullcarers ⁠

* ⁠twitter.com/solihullcarers⁠

* ⁠ youtube.com/@solihullcarers ⁠

* @solihullcarers

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April 9, 2025

Quizzing & caring: Community combines for carers

Quizzing & caring as Sydney Mitchell and Carers Trust Solihull combine forces to create a quiz night, to raise funds for unpaid carers of Solihull.

2 minutes |
March 12, 2025

JLR Shifts Gears for Young Carers!

For young carers, getting to events, support, and social activities isn’t always easy—but an incredible vehicle donation from JLR is changing that.

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February 12, 2025

Thank you, Anne Hall.

Anne Hall, cared for by her husband Peter, has sadly passed away, but leaves us her kindness and generosity.

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December 11, 2024

We’re back to “Light Up A Carers Christmas!”

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November 13, 2024

AlphaBioLabs is “Giving Back” to young carers!

AlphaBioLabs and their "Giving Back" campaign has generously donated £500 towards activities for our young carers!

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October 28, 2024

Persimmon Homes supports young carers with £5,000!

Persimmon Homes donation of £5,000 has fully funded our Peer Mentoring and Befriending program for the next 12 months!

4 minutes |
October 4, 2024

Quizzing for a Cause: Local Businesses Support Carers

Solihull is rich with people, businesses, and organisations with the passion to support carers. Our Charity quiz was another successful night of raising funds and awareness!

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September 13, 2024

EVO Energy Support Solihull Carers

EVO Energy and Ricci Deakin raise an incredible £1,140 for Carers Trust Solihull

2 minutes |
August 22, 2024

Super donation from Waitrose to young carers

A generous donation to our young carers from Waitrose Solihull, as part of their "Give a Little Love" campaign. Find out how it will be used!

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August 16, 2024

Tennis superstars strike an ace for young carers

The superstars of West Warwickshire Sports Complex in Solihull donated a whopping £481.50 to our young carers!

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May 23, 2024

Carers Charity Walk 2024

Find out more about our annual carer charity walk!

3 minutes |
March 28, 2024

Thank you for the wonderful Easter egg donations!

For Young Carers Action Day, all of our young & young adult carers went home with an Easter egg. We want to thank all of the people who made that happen!

2 minutes |
February 21, 2024

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate a massive £4000!

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors kindly donates £4000 to our charity.

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November 7, 2023

Deputy Mayor of Solihull donates £1,500

Deputy Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Ken Meeson, presented the £1,500 donation to Sally Barton-Bodley of our Young and Young Adult Carers team.

3 minutes |
October 10, 2023

Sydney Mitchell Charity Ball raises over £3,000 for Carers Trust Solihull

Thank you to Sydney Mitchell Solicitors for hosting a spectacular charity ball, raising thousands to help us support unpaid carers.

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October 10, 2023

Ronan Anand’s Mount Everest climb donations reach new peaks

Rohan Anand's and BDO Services raise more donations and awareness for unpaid carers & Carers Trust Solihull.

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July 4, 2023

Podcast ‘Carers Talk’ has launched on multiple platforms

Carers Talk is our new podcast designed for carers. Find out how...

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April 11, 2023

Trekking up Everest to Support Unpaid Carers in Solihull

A budding young accountant, Rohan Anand set off to reach new heights by trekking up Everest to raise funds for unpaid carers in Solihull.

2 minutes |
August 19, 2022

Donations Support Young Carers at Blackwell

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August 18, 2022

Donation of £1,000 by Waitrose

A kind and generous donation of £1,000 by Waitrose Solihull

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July 21, 2022

Donations come in different types

Donations are not just about £’s, Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate their time and expertise to support carers.

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May 3, 2022

We are enormously grateful to donors of all ages

Our donors and fundraisers are of all ages and we are constantly amazed by their dedication and ingenuity.

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April 13, 2022

Community coming together for carers

2022 marks our 20 year anniversary, we decided to celebrate this with a charity ball and awards night

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