Jeff Cuthbert AM today paid tribute to carers across Caerphilly who look after an ill, frail or disabled loved one. June 18th to 24th is Carers Week which aims to highlight the vital contribution made by carers to their families and their communities.
This year, the theme for the week is ‘In Sickness and in Health” which focuses on the need for greater support for unpaid carers to help them continue in their caring role without facing ill health, stress or financial worry.
Caerphilly AM Jeff Cuthbert said:
“Caring for a loved one can be mentally and physically exhausting and place a burden financially and on family relationships. Carers provide a vital role in our communities and it’s imperative we recognise their contribution and encourage employers, organisations and staff to support them as much as possible.”
Carers Week is organised by a partnership of eight national charities: Age UK, Carers Trust, Carers UK, Independent Age, Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie Cancer Care, MS Society and Parkinson’s UK.
For more information about the events and activities taking place as part of Carers Week, visit www.carersweek.org.
