Wishing You a Happy and Safe Holiday Season from Dudley Carers Hub

As the festive season approaches, we at Dudley Carers Hub want to take a moment to wish all Carers and their families a happy, healthy, and safe holiday. Your dedication and hard work throughout the year do not go unnoticed, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

During this busy time, please take care of yourselves and remember to reach out for support if you need it. Below, you will find our upcoming opening hours for the holiday period. Please make a note of these dates to ensure you can access the help you need:

Holiday Opening Hours:

  • Monday 23/12/2024: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Tuesday 24/12/2024: Closed
  • Wednesday 25/12/2024: Closed
  • Thursday 26/12/2024: Closed
  • Friday 27/12/2024: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Monday 30/12/2024: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Tuesday 31/12/2024: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 01/01/2025: Closed
  • Thursday 02/01/2025: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm
  • Friday 03/01/2025: Open as normal 9:00am- 5:00pm

If you need support outside of these times, remember that there are additional resources and services available on our website.

Here are some emergency numbers that can be used nationally over the festive period:

999: The main emergency number for police, ambulance, fire brigade, coastguard, cliff rescue, mountain rescue, and cave rescue

101: The non-emergency number for the police

111: The NHS number that can help if you think you need medical help right now

The Mental Health Advice & Support Line: 0800 138 0990

Shout: A free, confidential, and anonymous text service that offers mental health support 24/7. You can text SHOUT to 85258.

Papyrus (Prevention of Young Suicide): Provides advice and support for young people who feel like they want to take their own life. You can call their HOPELineUK on 0800 068 41 41 or text 07786 209687.

The holiday season can be a challenging time for many Carers, but it can also be a time to reflect on the positive impact you have on your loved ones’ lives. Your commitment makes a world of difference, and we are grateful to be part of your journey.

From all of us at Forward Carers, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with peace and happiness.

Stay safe, take care, and we look forward to supporting you in 2025.