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Care is in crisis. So what would happen if your mum had a stroke? Who would care for her?

Prepared to care Prepared to care - Every day at least 6000 people start caring This is Leslie and Frances story Are you a carer Find information and advice at wwwageukorgukcarers Age UK is proud to be part of Carers Week 2013

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To work or care? To work or care? That is the question

3rd Jun 2013

Maria moved across the country to support her mother and father. After her father passed away, her mother went downhill quickly and Maria and her family were faced with some tough decisions. 'Caring for someone is a full time job' 'Many people will never...

Top tips for carers Top tips for Carers

3rd Jun 2013

Caring for a friend or relative can be rewarding and fulfilling, but it can also present challenges for your finances and your health. Follow our tips to make your life as a carer a little bit easier. Claim Carer’s Allowance If you spend at least 35...

Joan cared for her husband Geoff Being a carer

3rd Jun 2013

Joan cared for her husband Geoff who lived with Alzheimer’s, before he passed away. 'When you become a 'carer' the whole relationship you have with that person changes. You are no longer the wife, husband, son, daughter, friend etc. You move into another...

It's Carers Week 2013 It’s Carers Week 2013

3rd Jun 2013

Every day at least 6,000 people start caring. Becoming a carer can impact significantly on a person’s life – it takes time, energy, and can leave you isolated and be costly. Carers Week (Monday 10 June - Sunday 16 June) is run by a coalition of...

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