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
Press Release
Carers UK responds to Government change to the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
01 July 25
During today's debate on the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill, the Minister for Social Security and Welfare, Sir…
News
Full Time Caring: A Journey in Mastering Mindfulness - Part 2
30 June 25
To mark Carers UK's 60th Anniversary in Scotland, we are using our platform to share the stories of carers across…
Press Release
Carers call on MPs to protect future carers’ benefits as they prepare to vote on the Government’s welfare bill
30 June 25
Politicians are being asked to show their support for unpaid carers ahead of the second reading of the Universal Credit…
Press Release
Carers UK responds to Government statement on proposed changes to the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
30 June 25
It’s important that the Government has listened and made amendments, but should these proposals go ahead, this will be potentially…
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