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Topic of the Month

Welcome

Every month we write about hints, tips, and topics of interest for people who juggle work and care. 

Topics range from what to expect in social care, personal accounts of caring as well as ways to save money or handy apps to use for working carers. 

You can read all our previous articles below. 

Carers Rights Day 16th November 2018 Carers Rights Day Carers Rights day is on Friday 30th November. It is an annual event organised by national charity Carers UK to highlight the work that unpaid carers do as well as their legal rights. The event is also trying to help people understand who a carer is and reach ‘hidden carers’. Read More Carers Rights Day
The importance of meeting other carers 18th October 2018 The importance of meeting other carers Today we are going to be talking about meeting other carers. As a working carer it can feel like you are the only one you know who is a carer. To be honest time is limited and spinning the plates can get tiring. However when was the last time you were in the company of another carer, who just understood what you were going through? At West Cumbria Carers we receive a lot of feedback from events and courses we run about the positive impact of just having that time with others just like you, carers. Read More The importance of meeting other carers
Transferable skills carers can use in the workplace 19th September 2018 Transferable skills carers can use in the workplace Caring and employment can be a juggling act at times; however caring could help you in the workplace. The unpaid role of supporting a loved one or friend creates new skills and experiences that can be transferable to your work. When you are a carer, you have many responsibilities and tasks to do. Read More Transferable skills carers can use in the workplace
The feeling of no control 19th July 2018 The feeling of no control I like to feel like I have control. That I can plan my week or juggle my schedule so I manage all the different things happening in my life. But being a working carer can create moments and pockets of no control. They may only happen for an hour, a day or it slowly creeps in over time but these moments have an effect on our mind-set and how we see the world. Read More The feeling of no control
Have you told your employer you are a carer? 26th June 2018 Have you told your employer you are a carer? At any one time, 1 in 9 people who work will be caring for someone. But working carers are still reluctant to tell their employer that they are carers because there is the perception of losing their job or being over-looked for promotion. This is not true; employers are starting to recognise the strong business case for retaining experienced workers and the positive impacts of flexible working. Read More Have you told your employer you are a carer?
10 useful features of ACAS for carers 15th June 2018 10 useful features of ACAS for carers As a working carer time is limited so knowing where to go for information is very important. This week we want to highlight useful services and features of the organisation, ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service). They are an organisation that provides information, advice, training, conciliation and other services for employers and employees to help prevent or resolve workplace problems. Read More 10 useful features of ACAS for carers
10 summer snacks for a working carer on the go 11th May 2018 10 summer snacks for a working carer on the go With the weather warming up (we can’t stop the rain though) we thought we would find summer snacks to keep you going at work and to keep you cool when the next heat wave arrives (fingers crossed). These have been selected because they are easy to make at home and healthier than the usual go to snacks (especially ice cream). Read More 10 summer snacks for a working carer on the go
10 tips to boost your confidence 4th May 2018 10 tips to boost your confidence This week we are showing you tips and tricks to make you feel more confident in your personal life and workplace. 1. Speak slowly In our minds, we always think we are speaking slower than what we actually are (this is especially true with presentations). Read More 10 tips to boost your confidence
Glossary of abbreviations and terms used in social care 27th April 2018 Glossary of abbreviations and terms 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 terms used in social care
Top 10 feel good books, films and YouTube channels 20th April 2018 Top 10 feel good books, films and YouTube channels Some days you need a little extra help to feel inspired or motivated, you may find that a couple of hours escape with a feel good book or film could help. This week we are bringing you a collection of books, films and people that we hope can add some positivity to your day. Read More Top 10 feel good books, films and YouTube channels
Peer to peer support in the workplace 12th April 2018 Peer to peer support in the workplace Support in the workplace can take on different forms - from flexible working to allowing you to have your mobile phone on you in case of emergencies. There is one type of support that can change your experience of being a working carer and this is peer-to-peer support. Read More Peer to peer support in the workplace
New plans for military flexible working become law 5th April 2018 New plans for military flexible working become law This week, we have chosen to highlight two positive changes the government is making for working carers in different professions. They highlight the shifts in government thinking and demonstrate that it doesn’t matter where you work, solutions can be found. Read More New plans for military flexible working become law
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