Carers UK wants a society that recognises, values and supports carers.
Our mission
We’re here to make life better for carers:
- We give expert advice, information and support.
- We connect carers so no one has to care alone.
- We campaign together for lasting change.
- We innovate to find new ways to reach and support carers.
Our values
Carers are at the heart of everything we do. We are:
Attentive
- we welcome everyone and are always supportive and ready to help
- we listen carefully and respond with expertise and understanding
Ambitious
- we’re courageous and innovative, aiming high and seeking out new ideas and opportunities that take us forward
- we are always learning and improving, pushing boundaries to increase our impact
Achievers
- we are passionate about what we do and tenacious in our pursuit of change
- we adapt to new challenges and are always striving for excellence
- we love to collaborate and enjoy working with others to reach our goals.
Latest updates
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Carers UK responds to terms of reference, published for new independent commission on adult social care
02 May 25
The Government has published the terms of reference for Baroness Casey of Blackstock's independent commission into adult social care.
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Too many barriers in the way of older carers on low incomes claiming their entitlements to extra cash
01 May 25
65,000 carers are likely to be eligible for Pension Credit, but are not receiving it
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Carers UK announces its first-ever carer awards
30 April 25
Carers UK is encouraging community groups, organisations and employers to enter its exciting new awards programme to recognise and celebrate…
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Carers UK responds to DWP announcement of aim to tackle all Carer’s Allowance overpayment alerts
15 April 25
Carers UK responds to Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) announcement that it will aim to tackle all Carer's Allowance…
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