 Carers Week 9 – 15 June
To celebrate Carers week in Dudley we are raising awareness of the Dudley Carers Hub and highlighting other support services and offers.
Dudley Carers Hub
Dudley Carers Hub and Wellbeing Service, run by Dudley Council, supports unpaid carers of all ages.
The service is a partnership which includes commissioned providers (Forward Carers, Action For Children, Crossroads Caring For Carers, Bridgit) and community-based services (Hospital Carers Co-Ordinator, Just Straight Talk).
The service supports unpaid carers aged over 18 years and works closely with the Dudley Young Carers Service which supports young carers aged 5 to 17 years.
We offer information, advice and a range of support to anyone caring for a family member or friend. Many people who provide care often do not recognise themselves as a carer, and aren't aware of the support available to them. We aim to empower carers to make informed choices and provide specialist advice and support including:
- Emotional support
- Advice on respite services
- Specialist training courses for carers
- Information on financial and legal rights
- Help with arranging a carers assessment
- A specialist Dudley Young Carers Service
- Advice on accessing social care and health and wellbeing services
- Support with getting out and about, including social groups and carers groups
There are two hubs located at Queens Cross Network in Dudley and Brett Young Centre in Halesowen.
Dudley Carers Hub events
Stay up-to-date with the latest events, workshops, and activities organised by Dudley Carers Hub. Our events are designed to support and bring together Carers, offering opportunities for learning, relaxation, and connection. Whether you are a young Carer, an adult Carer, or a professional, there’s something for everyone.
Visit https://carerfriendlydudley.org.uk/whats-on/
Up to 9 months free bus travel for unpaid carers
Dudley Carers Hub and Wellbeing Service have partnered with Transport for West Midlands(TfWM) who are offering up to 9 months free bus travel for unpaid carers. If you are an unpaid carer over the age of 16 years and use or would like to use the bus, you can take advantage of this offer. You can benefit from 4-weeks of free bus travel via Swift technology and the nBus multi-operator bus ticketing scheme. This ticket allows unlimited travel across the entire West Midlands bus network, making it easier to get out and about.
If you use your free tickers, after the 9 months you will be eligible for a 50% discount on your next 4-week Regional nBus ticket, if you use the bus in that period you can receive two additional discount codes for a further 2 months.
For more information contact Dudley Carers Hub on 01384 818723 or complete our online carer registration form and we will contact you to have a chat.
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