Local support can make a significant difference to unpaid Carers’ wellbeing, confidence and ability to continue caring. Through Carer Friendly Dudley, Adult and Young Carers can access practical support, wellbeing opportunities and […]
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Posted 1 July 2026 Carer Friendly Dudley: A Year in Review 2025
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Posted 17 June 2026 A Special Carers Week Outing for Dudley Dementia Carers
As part of our Carers Week 2026 activities, members of the Dudley Wellbeing Service Dementia Carers Group were invited to a memorable day out at Aston Hall, followed by a […]
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Posted 1 June 2026 Volunteers’ Week: What Motivates our Volunteers
National Volunteers Week is upon us, running from Monday 1st to Sunday 7th June! Everyone at Forward Carers would like to extend a huge thank you to the volunteers who give […]
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Posted 18 May 2026 Marilyn and Bob’s Dementia Journey
Below you can read Marilyn’s caring story. With Dementia Action Week upon us, she shares her experience of caring for her husband Bob following his dementia diagnosis and why it’s […]
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Posted 27 April 2026 Why Workshops Matter: Supporting Carers to Feel Confident, Connected and In Control
Caring for someone you love can be one of the most rewarding roles you’ll ever take on, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to navigate complex […]
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Posted 26 March 2026 Dudley Young Carers Meet an Author… and Some Very Unusual Aliens
There was a real buzz of excitement on Monday night, as Dudley Young Carers joined a special online workshop with award winning children’s author Rab Ferguson. Ferguson’s book series, The […]
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Posted 10 March 2026 Young Carers in Dudley: Real Stories & Support
Read real stories from Young Carers in Dudley and learn how Dudley Young Carers Service supports young people with caring responsibilities. Many young people across Dudley quietly support family members […]
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Posted 9 March 2026 Young Carers Action Day 2026
Wednesday 11th March 2026 marks Young Carers Action Day, a national day dedicated to raising awareness of the challenges faced by the estimated 120,000 Young Carers across the UK. Young Carers can […]
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Posted 18 December 2025 Spreading Christmas Cheer with Dudley Young Carers
This Christmas, Dudley Young Carers helped spread some much-needed festive cheer by distributing Christmas presents to families of Young Carers, thanks to the generosity of Cash4Kids Mission Christmas. Supporting at the event was Dudley […]
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Posted 18 December 2025 Forward Carers Celebrates Ridgewater Energy as a Carer Friendly Employer
Forward Carers is delighted to present Ridgewater Energy with our Carer Friendly Employer Commitment Mark, recognising the organisation’s commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace for employees who also have unpaid […]