THE research published yesterday by Carer’s UK and the University of Leeds has highlighted not only the immense contribution made by carers, but the worrying lack of support available to these crucial members of our society.
As outlined by the report, carers save our nation the equivalent of £13.6m every hour, dedicating themselves to the incredibly demanding and often exhausting task of caring for relatives or friends.
A rethink regarding funds available for this group is essential, and as Carers UK call on the government to make this and other considerations, we at Turn2us strongly urge carers to use our free, easy to use benefits checker and grants search, at www.Turn2us.org.uk and ensure they are receiving all the benefits and grants currently available.
It is vital that appropriate support is provided for carers to enable them to continue in their role and they are not left struggling, unsupported to provide for those they care for.
ALISON TAYLOR Director of Turn2us Shepherd’s Bush Road London
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