About the Campaign
Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and help people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support. The campaign is brought to life by thousands of individuals and organisations who come together to support carers, run activities and highlight carers' vital role in our communities.
Carers Week 2025 - 9-15 June
This year’s theme is 'Caring About Equality,' focusing on the inequalities faced by unpaid carers, such as higher risk of poverty, social isolation, and poor mental and physical health. Far too often carers of all ages miss out on opportunities in education, careers, or personal lives due to their caring role. Get involved in Carers Week 2025 to work towards a society that values and supports all carers.
Click through to your local area to find Carers Week events near you
Carers First offers a variety of online workshops and information sessions throughout the week. These sessions cover topics to support carers such as hospital discharge guidance, financial assistance and benefits, resources for working carers, support for young carers, and a toolkit specifically for dementia carers. You do not need to be registered with us to attend, and booking will be available very soon.
Who is a carer?
A carer is someone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support.
Why do we support carers?
Nearly half of carers struggle to balance employment with their caring role, others find it difficult to make time for their own health and wellbeing, and for many the situation can create serious financial difficulties.
Obtaining relevant information and support can itself be a challenge, but with it, carers can thrive. That is why Carers First offers several avenues for people to get the help they need either online, on the phone or in the community. We offer timely advice and work with carers to identify the best way forward, for them as individuals.
