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The theme this year is “Know your rights, use your rights”. This day is a call to recognise and celebrate the vital contribution of unpaid Carers and to ensure that you […]

Are you ready to rediscover your confidence, explore new opportunities, and take the next step after caring? Forward Carers, in partnership with BMet College, is excited to offer the ReStart: Next Steps […]

We’re delighted to share the impact of the free bus pass service, provided in partnership with Travel West Midlands. Carers across our community have told us how valuable this support […]

We’re delighted to celebrate the success of this year’s Dudley Young Carers summer holiday activity programme, funded by the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. It has been an inspiring […]

Caring for a loved one is one of the most important – and often challenging – roles anyone can take on. Whether you support a parent, partner, child, or friend, […]

We are pleased to announce we have been given a few more Bus Pass codes free to Carers that are registered with Birmingham Carers Hub. This is going to be […]

As the school bell rings out for the final time this term, summer is here—and for Dudley Young Carers, that means one thing: time for fun, freedom, and new experiences. […]

As we mark Carers Week 2025, Forward Carers is celebrating the incredible unpaid Carers who support loved ones every day – and the communities stepping up to support them in […]

Dementia Action Week, taking place from Monday 20 May to Sunday 26 May 2025, is a national initiative led by the Alzheimer’s Society and supported by organisations, communities, and individuals across the UK.It is a vital opportunity to raise awareness, improve understanding, and inspire action to support those living with Dementia and the Carers who support them. 🧠 What is Dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and the ability to perform everyday activities.There are many different types of Dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common. Dementia is not a natural part of ageing — it is caused by diseases of the brain.While it is more common in people over 65, younger people can also be affected. Living with Dementia can be challenging, not just for the individual, but also for the family members and friends who take on caring responsibilities. Raising awareness and promoting understanding helps create a more inclusive and supportive society for everyone affected. 💬 Why Dementia Action Week Matters Dementia Action Week is about more than just raising awareness — it is about taking action.By improving knowledge and understanding, we can tackle stigma, encourage early diagnosis, and ensure that those living with Dementia and their Carers have access to the support they need. Key aims of Dementia Action Week include: 🌍 How You Can Support Dementia Action Week Everyone has a part to play in making a difference. Here are a few ways you can get involved: Together, we can create a society that is more inclusive, supportive, and empowering for those living with Dementia and their Carers. Whilst a diagnosis can be life-changing, it does not define a person.By working together, raising awareness, and taking positive action, we can build communities where everyone affected by Dementia feels valued, understood, and supported. This week — and every week — let’s take action for a better future for people living with Dementia and those who care for them.

Despite a rainy Bank Holiday, our Male Carers Group enjoyed a unique wellbeing experience on Easter Monday, with a guided boat trip through the Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust, uncovering […]