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Are you aware of the different types of flexible working? 22nd June 2017 Category: Working Carers Are you aware of the different types of flexible working? Carers have rights in the workplace and one of them is the right to request flexible working. There is a process on how to apply for flexible working (don’t worry I will be writing about this in July) including the criteria to be able to apply such as written request after working 26 weeks at your employer. Read More Are you aware of the different types of flexible working?
Tickets Still Available! 20th June 2017 Category: General Tickets Still Available! Collision Band Night You may remember that earlier this year we teamed up with Ennerdale Brewery, who generously produced a brand new charity beer named “Jugglers Ale”. The Real Ale was created especially for our 25th Anniversary. It proved to be quite popular in the local pubs, where it was a guest ale, selling out very quickly. Read More Tickets Still Available!
Hosting #CumbriaHour 16th June 2017 Category: Working Carers Hosting #CumbriaHour On Monday 12th June between 7-8pm, my fingers were typing at the quickest rate they have never been. I was hosting #CumbriaHour with my colleague Julie. What is #CumbriaHour I hear you cry? It is an online discussion on twitter about a different topic each week. Read More Hosting #CumbriaHour
Glossary of Abbreviations and Words Used in Social Care 8th June 2017 Category: Working Carers Glossary of Abbreviations and Words Used in Social Care Abbreviations, codes and terms you don’t understand can be an issue when you step into the world of care especially if you have lots of hospital visits or you need a social worker. There are still times when I need to ask someone ‘what does that actually mean?’ I am sure there were times when I was in a meeting when everyone was talking about an abbreviation but no one knew what it was but didn’t want to ask in case they looked silly. Read More Glossary of Abbreviations and Words Used in Social Care
Thank You Freemasons 5th June 2017 Category: General Thank You Freemasons West Cumbria Carers are to receive an incredible donation from the South West Cumberland Group of the Cumberland and Westmorland Freemasons. As part of their Tercentenary celebrations each group was asked to nominate a worthy local charity to receive £10,000 which will be donated at the Provincial Concert on the 9th September 2017. Read More Thank You Freemasons
#CumbriaHour 5th June 2017 Category: General #CumbriaHour On Monday 12th June, 7-8pm, we will be hosting #CumbriaHour on Twitter and asking local businesses: Why is it important to support carers in the workplace? We will be providing them with ideas and suggestions for making their business carer friendly. Read More #CumbriaHour
A Springtime Treat 1st June 2017 Category: Adult Carers A Springtime Treat Over 65 carers had a lovely treat this spring by joining us for a very special afternoon tea at Hundith Hill. Everyone enjoyed an incredible spread which included lots of scrummy sarnies, scones and cakes. The event was part of our 25th anniversary celebration. Read More A Springtime Treat
Journals 1st June 2017 Category: Working Carers Journals You might be thinking ‘why are you mentioning journaling?’ Well I would be slightly sceptical too. I bet you are getting memories of childhood diaries but adult journaling is a great method to de-stress. For most of my adult life I have been required to write reflective journals as part of qualifications. Read More Journals
Top 10 charity and support contacts 26th May 2017 Category: Working Carers Top 10 charity and support contacts West Cumbria Carers is a local charity but we are not the only one. There are lots of charities and support groups in the area that can provide help in lots of different areas. There are helplines too. We often work with other charities in the area to support carers and the person they care for. Read More Top 10 charity and support contacts
Carers week 19th May 2017 Category: Working Carers Carers week Carers Week is a big deal in our office!! It is an annual national awareness campaign to celebrate and recognise the vital contribution made by unpaid carers. At West Cumbria Carers we are always spreading the word but the week of 12-18th June provides a great platform to talk about carers. Read More Carers week
Benefit Clinics 13th May 2017 Category: Working Carers Benefit Clinics Benefits and application forms can be confusing and daunting.  Applying for Attendance Allowance or it might be that you need to find money to support the person you care for with an adaptation for their home for example. It can feel like an added pressure onto your role as a carer and knowing the clock is ticking in the background can add to that. Read More Benefit Clinics
Young Carers Holiday Activites 12th May 2017 Category: Young Carers Young Carers Holiday Activites Download the flyer below for details of the Young Carers activites arranged for Whit Week 2017. Felt Workshop How would you like to learn how to make felt and then create something to take home?  FOR YOUNG CARERS 5 – 10 YEARS OLD. Wednesday 31st May, Time: 2pm – 4pm. Read More Young Carers Holiday Activites
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West Cumbria Carers
Suite 7F
Lakeland Business Park
Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth
Cumbria, CA13 0QT
Charity Number 1119369
Registered in England No. 6123034
01900 821 976
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