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
Northern Ireland urged to lead the way in support for unpaid carers
01 July 24
Carers NI welcomes the proposal within the Good Jobs Bill to give carers a legal right to access 5 days…
Press Release
Charity calls for Scotland to unlock the door of opportunities for Scotland’s unpaid carers
25 June 24
A new report published by Carers Scotland and authored by the University of Strathclyde has highlighted the barriers faced by…
News
Helen Walker reflects on Carers Week
14 June 24
Carers Week reflections from our Chief Executive, Helen Walker
Press Release
Charity Director Emily Holzhausen awarded CBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list
14 June 24
Carers UK are incredibly proud to announce, and would like to congratulate Emily Holzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs,…
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