The NUCUF is a non-profit organisation ran by unpaid carers, for unpaid carers.

We believe the only way to support one another is to unite one another, so we are forming the first recognised union for Unpaid Carers. There are over 5.9 million registered unpaid carers across the UK who have very limited emotional and financial support.

Please find attached a waiting room screen template for display in your practice, which we would be very grateful if you could share with your patients.

Do you look after a family member or friend who is unwell, disabled or frail?

If so please complete this form on the link below. Once you are added to our list of carers (paid or unpaid), we will know about your busy life as a carer, which can affect your health. 

Carers Identification Form - Version 1.7 (1).docx

For more information on being a carer please visit - 

Carers UK

Here to make life better for carers

20 Great Dover Street
London SE1 4LQ

t: 020 7378 4999

e: advice@carersuk.org

w: www.carersuk

If you think you need help with social care in Shropshire, The Shropshire Choices Support Finder can give you an overview of how the adult care system works.

The directory can provide you with insights into:

• Finding a care facility
• Paying for care
• Carer Services
• Staying independent

To visit the website please click here

Telford and Wrekin's population has grown significantly over the past decade, with increasing diversity and an ageing demographic. 

Carers continue to play a crucial role in the social care system by providing essential support to their loved ones. It's essential that we continue to collaborate with partners and local organisations to ensure effective support for carers.

As such Telford and Wrekin Council has identified a strategy that identifies areas important to carers ensuring resources are used where carers of all ages need them the most.

A draft All Age Carers Strategy has been developed, following a pre-consultation engagement with carers, professionals, organisations and groups across the borough. 

To view this draft please click HERE

Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance and understanding the legal issues of caring.

• Benefits for carers
  

  Directing carers to the benefits that can help them in their caring role

• Benefits for the under-65s

  Advice and information on helping the person you look after get the benefits that they are entitled to.

  Benefits for the over-65s

  Advice and information on financial support for older people with a disability or illness.

• Carer's Assement
  

  How your benefits maybe affected after the death of the person you look after and what happens to their benefits

• Other benefits

  Advice for carers and the people they are looking after on claiming a whole host of other benefits unrelated to their disability or caring

There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.

• A guide to care and support

  Information for carers and people who have care & support needs.

• Caring for someone

  Advice on providing care, medicines etc.

• Care after hospital

  Providing care for people who have been recently discharged from hospital.

• Taking a break

  Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.

• Support and benefits for carers
  

  Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.

• Work and Disability
  

  Guidance, support and help with employment issues.

•  Being a Young carer

  Advice for carers 18 or under and their entitlement to support