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Charity Ball & Carer Friendly Awards Evening

We are proud to annouce the return of our Charity Ball & Carers Friendly Awards! Make your nominations and show your support,.

Day Of Reflection

Taking a moment to reflect and remember those we have lost.

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.

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate £4000

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors kindly donates £4000 to our charity.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Health wellbeing information exchange

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

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.

Young carers & young adult carers Newsletter January – April 2024

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

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.

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.

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.
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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.
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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.

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.

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.

Carers Rights Day 2023 Information Event

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

Autumn family days out and adventures

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

Long Covid Support

Find more information about Long Covid and the support available.

Autumn family events and activities

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

The life of a carer in 2023

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

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!

Adult Carers Newsletter & Events Programme – Autumn / Winter Edition

Our adult carers newsletter and events programme is now available.

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.

The Carers Leave Act 2023

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

Free breaks and holidays for carers & families

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

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.
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Young carers driver/chaperone volunteers needed

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

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

“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

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.

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!

Interactive map for Solihull and Birmingham

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

Young Carers & Young Adult Carers Newsletter September – December 2023

Find out the latest news and activities for young carers and young adult carers.

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

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.
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Volunteer Coordinator Vacancy

Join our team and become our new Volunteer Coordinator
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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.

Solihull College gets a lesson from Young Adult Carers

Two of our young adult carers delivered a training workshop at Solihull College
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Young Carers Festival 2023

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

Solihull Hospital re-opens Urgent Treatment Centre

The new minor injury unit has re-opened after refurbishment.
Carers Talk Now on multiple platforms

Podcast ‘Carers Talk’ has launched on multiple platforms

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

Parent Carers and Young Carers Assessment Practitioner

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

Carers Week 2023 wrap up and appreciation!

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

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

Hazel Carter shares her experiences of her caring role.

Carers Week 2023

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

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.

New Young Carer and Young Adult Carers Newsletter

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

Fundraising Team Manager

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

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. 

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

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.

Carers Rights Day 2022

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. 

Carers Rights Day 2022

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Donation of £1,000 by Waitrose 

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

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.

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.

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

Young Carer of the Year 2022

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

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

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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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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Finances

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

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
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Your Health

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

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

Your Rights as a Carer

As a carer you have the right to
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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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What is it like to be a carer?

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

Young carers in Solihull

Young Carers in Solihull share their experiences of being children with caring responsibilities
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Parent Carers Story, Amy

In her own words...
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Young Adult Carers in Solihull

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

Community coming together for carers

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

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

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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.
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Carers Week 2023 wrap up and appreciation!

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

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

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

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Sydney Mitchell Solicitors donate £4000

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors kindly donates £4000 to our charity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Donation of £1,000 by Waitrose 

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

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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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.

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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