Carers Rights Day brings organisations across the UK together to help carers in their local community find out how to get the help and support they are entitled to. The theme for this year’s campaign is helping carers recognise the rights they have.
Every day, 12,000 people become unpaid carers for a partner, family member or a friend – many of whom don’t see themselves as carers, often unaware of their legal rights and what they’re entitled to in terms of support and benefits. This year’s theme is ‘recognising your rights’ – and our aim is to help carers recognise and understand their rights, and to access the support available to them, whenever they need it.
As a carer, knowing your rights empowers you with information about what you’re entitled to. This helps you feel confident asking for what you need, as well as challenging things when your rights are not being met – whether that be in the workplace or education, in accessing health or social care, or when interacting with other professionals or at home.
What’s on
See what events are happening across Dorset on Carers Rights Day 2024
Some of the events are in person and some are online. If you are unable to attend any of the events detailed in the calendar, need some help, or would like more information about support available to you such as a support groups or a Carers Assessment, please get in touch.
Support and contact
If you are looking after someone who relies on your help for everyday tasks, your local carer support organisation is here for you.
Young carers
If you are a young carer, there is help and support for you through the Young Carers Service. They can talk to you and try to help work out what support you and your family might need.
