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Carers Rights Day 2025

Carers Rights Day is on Thursday 20 November – and this year’s theme is know your rights: use your rights. To help you understand your rights, we have highlighted key resources that are available to you. These resources can assist you in recognising your legal rights and entitlements, enabling you to thrive in your role as a carer. Navigating challenging times during your caring journey can feel isolating, but we want you to know that you are not alone. There is support available to help you along the way.

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Carers First news
Name: Bertie, Occupation: Bed - A Story by a Carer
10/12/25
Carers First news
Keeping Warm this Winter
09/12/25
Carer stories
Lisa's Story: Caring for Children with Special Educational Needs
03/12/25
Carers First news
Medway Service Manager appears on BBC Radio Kent
03/12/25
Carers First news
London Assembly: The experiences of unpaid carers in London
24/11/25
Video: The story of Robert, Christine and Kulbir
Watch our short film following three carers
Video: Children out there, who love and care
Watch our short film about young carers
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Whether you're a carer in need of support or you're a professional concerned about somebody, you can refer through our local services.

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If you're looking for support and you don't live in one of our areas, you can use the Carers Trust directory to find support in your area.
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Days Out Directory
Search our Days Out directory to find free or discounted entry at loads of local family attractions, theme parks, historical sites, parks, museums, wildlife parks and more
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