Lisa Roberts

@kategarraway Please keep speaking up and out for unpaid carers Kate. We are all with you xx

Can’t believe it’s only 6 days until I can share #thestrengthoflove with u. Am nervous because I decided if I was going to write another book I had to be brutally honest & speak up for those who can’t. But now it’s so close … I hope you like it &it helps you. - preorder in link

@kategarraway @DeccaJourno I work with unpaid carers in Surrey and have done for 17 years. Nothing has really changed to improve their lives and so I welcome any awareness raising of the daily struggle that is a carers life. Also the toll it intakes on you all mentally. Many carers are on anti depressants.

Thank you #sundaytimes @DeccaJourno for helping me share our story & what life is like for millions of others too. Do share your stories with me too - sending love ❤️ #HappySunday

Carer’s Allowance is the lowest benefit of its kind – just £69.70 a week. Many carers on Carer’s Allowance are forced to cut back on food & essentials to cope with rising costs. In the #SpringStatement, @Jeremy_Hunt must commit to a full review & reform of Carer’s Allowance.

It's so important that #YoungCarers are identified and referred to us EARLY. It makes such a difference. Find out how to refer a young carer here actionforcarers.org.uk/for-profession…

Carer’s Allowance is just £69.70 a week. It isn’t enough to cover the high caring-related costs many carers face, who need to keep their homes warm & vital equipment running. The #CarerPovertyCoalition is calling for a review of Carer’s Allowance as part of the #SpringStatement.

Young carers and young adult carers need to have someone in school, college or university who understands their responsibilities, advocates for them and ensures the necessary support is provided. Read our full survey report: bit.ly/3STpsao #YoungCarersActionDay

We have an exciting opportunity to join SYC’s Family Project team and be part of a growing, vibrant organisation where your ideas and skills will be highly valued! See more about the role here: sheffieldyoungcarers.org.uk/news/syc-are-h… #charityjob #hiring #youngcarers #charity

All parent carers of disabled children in the UK have a legal right to ask for their family’s needs to be assessed by social services through a Needs Assessment and Carer’s Assessment. For more information, advice and request template letters, visit 👇 contact.org.uk/social-care

< 1/2 > We are delighted that @wendychambLD's Carer’s Leave Bill has passed its Second Reading in the House of Lords this afternoon. It is another very welcome step to improving awareness and support for carers in the workplace.

Is there a #YoungCarer in your family? Do they provide help for an ill or disabled family member who couldn't manage without them? Caring can be tough on young people, affecting their wellbeing. But we can help. Find out more on our website: actionforcarers.org.uk/who-we-help/yo…

#InAndOutProject Recommendations Group Help us shape the future of mental health inpatient admissions and discharges in Surrey! To join please contact: Kirsty.Smith@surreycoalition.org.uk or phone/SMS: 07379 486 479 (Kirsty) 07599 693 182 (Alex) #MentalHealth #Surrey

If you've experienced domestic abuse, we'd like to hear from you. This survey will help @HealthySurrey understand better what's happening in Surrey and how they might improve access to vital help and support in the future Complete the survey orlo.uk/pxdlc

Wellbeing Walks Diary: w/b 20 Feb Tue 21 Feb: Hawley Lake Info: surreyheath.gov.uk/visitors/whats… Wed 22 Feb: Basingstoke Canal Info: surreyheath.gov.uk/visitors/whats… Sun 26 Feb: Horseshoe Lake to Eversley Info: surreyheath.gov.uk/visitors/whats… @RamblersGB @HealthySurrey @ActiveSurrey

...even if the person you care for has gone into a care home of any kind. And we are still here to support you. You continue to be welcomed at all our events and supported in any way you need. For any queries or concerns, please call on 0303 040 1234.

📢IMPORTANT CHANGE📢 The application date for the Alternative Fuels Payment has been pushed to 6 March 2023.

Pride in Surrey 2023 is coming to Reigate! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

If you’re not connected to the main gas grid and use alternative fuels like bottled gas, you may be eligible for the Alternative Fuels Payment. ⛽ If you don’t receive it automatically, you can apply on @GOVUK at the end February. 💻 Info: gypsy-traveller.org/news/new-energ…

This is beautiful – we had to share it. Here 22-year-old Hannah writes a letter to her younger self, at a time when she had been diagnosed with autism and was struggling with friendship.

Mindworks provides a dedicated helpline for parents and carers of children with suspected or diagnosed neurodevelopmental needs such as ASD and ADHD. It's open 5 pm-11 pm, seven days a week. Call 0300 222 5755 #NDhelpline #HelplinesAwarenessDay