Time shouldn’t be spent fighting for care. But carers and families navigating NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) funding face delays, appeals, and a broken process. There's less than two weeks left to sign the petition to fix CHC. Add your name today: https://bit.pulse.ly/haisgv2xin

Did you know it takes, on average, two years to realise you’re an unpaid carer? All that time missing out on available support. Together, let’s help people recognise sooner that they're a carer. Get involved in #CarersRightsDay, Thursday 19 November: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/xwx9tcwab9

Listen back: Our volunteer Pat joined a panel of experts, including Fiona Collie from @carersscotland.bsky.social, to discuss the cost of social care, who pays the bills and the financial pressures facing families on Radio 4’s @moneybox.bsky.social https://bit.pulse.ly/p0oyhb3s2i

Today #EuropeanCarersDay is highlighting that ‘Care doesn’t follow a schedule. Flexibility matters.’ Together with Eurocarers we're calling for action to deliver genuine workplace flexibility for unpaid carers. Read Carers UK's recommendations for change: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/llxv9a1erz

Yvette Cooper’s announcement to support a dedicated champion for unpaid carers is a significant step forward in ensuring carers’ voice are heard. We look forward to working with Government and the new champion. Read our statement: https://bit.pulse.ly/9b7n5p6yif

We are supporting BT's #DontPutOffTheSwitch campaign. The digital landline switchover in January 2027 could affect services you rely on as a carer. When your provider contacts you about the switch, be sure to take action. Learn more: https://bit.pulse.ly/gyzqht1yoh #BT #ConnectedTogether

The Prime Minister's commitment to fundamentally reform our broken social care system and build a National Care Service has grasped the urgent need for change. Read our full response, shared by our Chief Executive, Helen Walker, on its vital importance: https://pulse.pulse.ly/njg3r3gl20

Get involved in #CarersRightsDay On Thursday 19 November, we’re coming together to help people recognise sooner that they’re a carer. If your organisation is interested in hosting a Carers Rights Day activity, check out our event tips to help get you started: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/vv2schzx3l

Findings from the @DHSCgovuk’s biennial survey of adult carers show the huge pressures facing unpaid carers. Over a third of carers are providing 100+ hours of care a week. Read our full response, from Chief Executive @helenmwalker.bsky.social, to find out more: https://bit.pulse.ly/mcgoeypjpx

Too many unpaid carers face a complex, exhausting system when trying to get NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) support. We've joined 11 charities from across England to share a petition calling for urgent CHC reform. Only a few weeks left to add your name: https://pulse.pulse.ly/r5azalnezq

📅 Save the date Carers Rights Day - Thursday 19 November This year, we’re coming together to help people recognise they’re a carer sooner. Because recognising you’re a carer is the first step to knowing your rights and accessing support. Get involved: https://carersuk.pulse.ly/bqo5b9fiea

Did you spot us on BBC Morning Live in a piece exploring life after caring. The effects of caring can continue long after the caring role has ended. Thank you to our volunteer Jaycee for sharing her experience. Starts 32:55 mins in: https://bit.pulse.ly/euupzxs7rx

Our new research, highlighted on Good Morning Britain today, reveals an estimated 1.1 million unpaid carers have left paid work in the last two years. Thank you Minreet for sharing your experience of the challenge of balancing work and care. Watch back at 0:11:27: https://bit.pulse.ly/ljqyu2ggr4

Good Morning Britain - Series 13 - Episode 183 - ITVX

Katie Price is live on the show to reveal the truth behind the breakdown of her marriage with Lee Andrews

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“It was a huge shock going from a simple 9 to 5 job to this” We’re highlighting new figures in the press showing the real impact caring can have on people’s employment. Thank you to volunteer Kevin for helping to bring the reality of caring to life. Read more: https://bit.pulse.ly/wq4u5dqy3v

Some 1,500 workers are having to quit their jobs every single to care

New research has shone a spotlight on just how many people are being forced to turn their back on paid jobs to become carers for loved ones, prompting fresh calls for action

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Our new research shows over 1,500 people a day are leaving paid work to provide unpaid care. With 6.7M employees having caring responsibilities, stronger workplace support for unpaid carers has never been more important. https://carersuk.pulse.ly/k9powu8naq Thanks to @standardlifeuk.bsky.social

DWP has examined just 3,000 of the 200,000 Carer's Allowance overpayment cases due to be reassessed over the next three years. We're calling for a clear plan for progress, as many carers still don't know when their case will be reassessed. Read more: https://pulse.pulse.ly/ws3ck6flr9

We're concerned by the pace of progress on the Carers Allowance overpayments reassessment exercise (see today's Guardian). We’re calling for a clear plan to speed this up and ensure a swift resolution for carers who have been wrongly given overpayments https://theguardian.pulse.ly/nctdk3xsym

Carer’s allowance scandal victims could wait until 2054 for justice, charities warn

Campaigners say at current glacial pace some unpaid carers will die before receiving a refund

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Been meaning to write your will? We’ve partnered with expert estate planners, Octopus Legacy to make it simple – and free. We’re covering the costs of wills up to £150 – so you can write a simple will for free, or get a discounted will with trust. 🔗https://octopuslegacy.pulse.ly/kgxuozi1s6

NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) can be a lifeline for unpaid carers, helping cover care costs and giving carers a break. Alongside 11 charities, we're urging the Health Secretary to improve the NHS Continuing Healthcare process. Sign our petition: https://pulse.pulse.ly/s1tni3bm59

It shouldn’t have to be a struggle to balance paid work and care. Nearly half of carers in employment say paid Carer’s Leave could help them stay in work. Take part in the Government’s employment rights consultation and help make the case for paid Carer’s Leave. https://bit.pulse.ly/lrroeo5ard

There's an urgent need for complete reform of Carer's Allowance, including making it simpler and easier to understand, while also raising its value to better support unpaid carers’ financial security. Read our full response to the Government's call for evidence: https://bit.pulse.ly/cdicqkqu8w

Rachel cares for her dad and her two young daughters, one with Type 1 Diabetes and one awaiting an Autism assessment. She joined Tamara Sandoul from Carers UK on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss our new report on sandwich carers. Listen now from 2 hours 18 mins:https://bit.pulse.ly/raup0tslz1

Today is the last chance to respond to the Government's call for evidence on Carer's Allowance. Help shape the future of Carer's Allowance, by taking part before the consultation closes tonight at 11.59pm. Share you views: https://bit.pulse.ly/spgtzq9yeh

Our new research shows that high numbers of sandwich carers are feeling the strain of caring for an adult relative, partner or friend, whilst looking after their children. Many are unable to take a break to protect their own health and wellbeing. 🔗 https://carersuk.pulse.ly/yegdf4swnw

Are you a carer balancing work and caring? The Government is consulting on employment rights for unpaid carers, including a statutory right to paid Carer’s Leave. Your experience can help make the case for change. Have your say: https://gov.pulse.ly/pog1btqalo

Anyone can become unwell when the weather is hot. If you care for someone who is older, has a long-term health condition or may find it more difficult to stay cool and hydrated in hot weather, we have some new advice available. Take a look: https://bit.pulse.ly/keqsih3vxi

Don't miss tomorrow's 'From the personal to the collective with Deirdre Kashdan' online session. Deirdre will discuss how art has helped her process the personal impact of caring for her son, who has suffered from schizophrenia for many years. Sign up now: https://zoom.pulse.ly/ijw4asy4ag

The State of Caring 2026 Survey closes this weekend. If you’re an unpaid carer, share your experience before the deadline on Sunday 9 August at 11.59pm. Help make sure carers’ voices are heard. Take part now: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/dexentdb7m

We want to hear from carers with a wide range of experiences. The State of Caring 2026 Survey is your chance to share what life is really like for you and help ensure different experiences are reflected. Help make sure carers’ voices are heard: https://surveymonkey.pulse.ly/d62encilwi

There’s still time to sign up for next Tuesday's Share and Learn session with Deirdre Kashdan, who will discuss how art has helped her to process the personal impact of caring for her son who has suffered from schizophrenia for many years. Sign up here: https://zoom.pulse.ly/akvbyiuld0