Carers UK has developed "Unpaid carers: getting it right – a virtual wards system pathway and professionals’ checklist", following engagement with virtual wards
commissioners and practitioners.

It provides information for both virtual ward leaders, and individual professionals involved with the delivery of virtual wards, regarding the importance of supporting and including any unpaid carer who is providing support to a patient who is being cared for on a virtual ward.

This document has been co-produced with unpaid carers, professionals working in care, health and social care. It is aimed at key professionals working within virtual wards to support consistent practice in identifying, involving and supporting unpaid carers.