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10 June 2024

The life of a young adult carer

Sam cares for his younger brother, Ben. Sam is now in his final year at college and has been living away from home. His caring role has diminished while at college, but he will be returning home in the summer and will be on standby to resume caring for his brother, alongside his parents.   …

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4 June 2024

How to get started when you become a carer

Whether you have recently become a carer or have been caring for many years, it can sometimes be difficult to even know even where to start and what services and support are available to suit your individual situation and needs. Liz Dennis is a carer for her husband who was diagnosed with dementia in 2023, …

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Carers Link East Dunbartonshire

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Carers Link East Dunbartonshire
Our Time to Live grants give carers a short break from your caring. This could be anything from a few hours of downtime to relax and rest, a regular weekly activity or some equipment to give you a break in your home, to a holiday together away from the daily routine.Christmas can be a stressful time for carers with the disruption to routines, increased workload, reduced support, financial strain and either social overload, or a feeling of social isolation if your caring role stops you from joining activities.Why not plan now for a short break in the new year to recharge your batteries. You might even be able to take advantage of the new year sales to get a bargain break. You can apply for a grant using the application form at carerslink.org.uk/apply-for-funding/, or if you want to chat about the kind of break that would work best for you call us on 0800 975 2131 and ask for Katy. ... See MoreSee Less

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Design a Christmas E-card for Carers Link and WIN A YEARS WORTH SUPPLY OF CHOCOLATE!!This competition is FREE to enter. Every design submitted will be available to purchase online at www.dontsendmeacard.com for a small donation to our charity.Whoever’s design raises the most money for Carers Link by the 25th Dec 2025 will WIN A YEARS SUPPLY OF CHOCOLATE!! And whoever donates the most to send a design will be named our ‘Christmas STAR’ and receive a metal Carers Link medal. Simply submit a photo of your design by 20th December 2025 to enquiry@carerslink.org.uk Just make sure your design is square shaped and don’t forget to include your name and a contact number. Small Print *A years worth supply of chocolate Refers to one giant bar of chocolate containing 12 large monthly bars of chocolate. *Full terms & conditions available on our website www.carerslink.org.uk ... See MoreSee Less

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Did you know that just by downloading the free Easy Fundraising app on your device, means that any online purchase you make will AUTOMATICALLY raise donations for your chosen charity (just switch on the donations reminder when prompted). You don’t need to do anything! Except shop 😊 That’s right – the retailer makes the contribution not you! It’s extremely simple, takes just a few minutes and there’s over 8000+ brands onboard. Get an extra warm and fuzzy feeling this Christmas and donate to Carers Link for FREE while you shop. Genius! ... See MoreSee Less

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