The University of Birmingham, as part of the Centre for Care, has been commissioned by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) to pilot the […]
Welcome to your Carer Friendly Dudley Website
Forward Carers is commissioned by Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council to deliver Adult Wellbeing and Young Carers services in partnership with Dudley Carers Hub. For young Carers, we provide comprehensive support, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and have the opportunities they need to thrive.
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Carer Friendly Dudley offers a wide range of services for Carers in Dudley. This includes targeted, preventative support to Carers aged 18 and above, as well as high quality support to Young Carers aged 5-17 to ensure they have the same life opportunities as their peers.
Click on the relevant registration button to start receiving high quality, local support today.
Are you a Professional Referring a Young Carer?
Teachers, healthcare providers, and other professionals play a crucial role in identifying and supporting young Carers. If you work with children, be aware of the signs that a child may be a Carer. Forward Carers also offer resources and training to help professionals provide the necessary support and ensure young Carers get the help they need. Find more here.
Valued
We ensure Carers are recognised, respected and at the heart of everything we do.
Supported
We provide practical, personal support to a wide variety of Carers in Dudley.
Opportunities
We open doors so Carers can connect, grow and thrive in their Caring role.
Latest News/Events
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Posted 3 November 2026 The Survey of Carers: Your Chance to Shape Carer Support
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Posted 3 November 2026 Someone you know is a Carer – but do they know it yet?
Carers Rights Day 2026 is fast approaching. Taking place on Thursday 19 November 2026, this year’s theme is ‘Someone You Know Is a Carer – But Do They Know It Yet?’. It […]
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Posted 26 October 2026 Share your views on One Health and Care
One Health and Care is the confidential shared care record for people registered with a GP in the Black Country, West Birmingham, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. […]