About Us

Our Values Shape Everything We Do

Fulfilling-potential

We create Carer Friendly Communities, places where Carers can achieve their potential in all areas of their life and work.

Family-centred

We place Carers, families and their networks at the heart of what we do, involving them and listening to their feedback.

Impact-driven

We measure the impact of our support, so we know that our services are effective and valued.

Trusted-partner

We believe the best outcomes for Carers are achieved by working in partnership that can meet the varied needs of our diverse communities.

Socially-responsible

We seek to reduce inequality and through our work, we will leave the community and our planet in a better place.

Dudley Young Carers Service

Our Young Carers Service (5-17 years) provides high-quality support to ensure young Carers achieve positive outcomes during their childhood. We:

Promote and identify young Carers living in the borough. 

  • Support young Carers to have the same life opportunities as their peers. 

Work in partnership with key partners and stakeholders to ensure that children and young people access support promptly without delay and duplication. 

Action for Children

We are proud to partner with Action for Children to deliver our Young Carers Service in Dudley. Action for Children is dedicated to helping vulnerable children and young people, ensuring they have a safe and happy childhood. They provide a range of services designed to support young Carers, from one-to-one support to group activities, helping them navigate their caring responsibilities while enjoying their youth. 

Our Wider Services: 

  • Birmingham Carers Hub: Providing comprehensive support services for Carers in Birmingham. 
  • Walsall Carers Hub: Offering resources, advice, and support to Carers in Walsall. 
  • Dudley Adult Wellbeing Service: Supporting adult Carers in Dudley with information, advice, and wellbeing activities. 

Carer Friendly Communities in Dorset and Wiltshire: Working to create supportive environments for Carers in Dorset and Wiltshire through our extensive and innovative Online Support, Carer Friendly ID Cards, and Wellbeing Directory. 

Creating Carer Friendly Communities

Our mission is to create Carer Friendly Communities where everyone can play a part in improving Carer wellbeing. We offer a range of services to help businesses support their Carer employees, resulting in increased employee retention, productivity, and overall wellbeing. 

Our Offerings: 

  • Consultation Services: We help businesses assess and improve their support for Carers, providing tailored advice and strategies. 
  • Training Programs: Our training programs include Carer Champion training and in-house Carer Aware training, designed to educate managers and employees on how to support Carers effectively. 

Resource Materials: We provide guides, toolkits, and other resources to help businesses implement Carer Friendly practices. Becoming a certified Carer Friendly Employer offers benefits such as free marketing, a welcome pack, and inclusion in the Carer Friendly Employer Directory.  

Dudley Adult Wellbeing and Young Adult Carers Service

Forward Carers is commissioned by Dudley City Council to deliver the Adult Wellbeing Service, focusing on personalised support for adult and Young Adult Carers. Through face-to-face sessions, workshops, and community support groups, we help Carers navigate their roles while maintaining their own health and wellbeing. Our services cover legal rights, stress management, and wellbeing activities, ensuring Carers in Dudley receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive. For more information please contact us… carerfriendlydudley@forwardcarers.org.uk

Impact Statistics 

As a not-for-profit social enterprise we put people before profits – we reinvest 100% of any surplus into our social purpose to create Carer Friendly Communities, and we’re dedicated to making a measurable difference to the lives of the Carers we support.  

42700

Support Since 2015

87%

of Carers felt more positive about their caring role

4811

Carer Friendly Cards issued

Get involved with Forward Carers

Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or join our community, your support makes a big difference. Learn more

For more detailed information, please visit Forward Carers