are you a carer?
There are around 7 million carers in the
Country. All who do care for a loved
one and this can be demanding and
impact on the wellbeing of a carer.
It is important that carers are supported
so that they can continue to give the
care to their loved ones, but have the
space and time to ensure they are
looked after as well.
17% of carers who had taken a
break of more than a few
hours experienced mental ill-
health compared to 36% of
carers who did not have such
a break since beginning their
caring role.
Three in five people will be carers at
some point in their lives in the UK.
Out of the UK's carers, 42% of carers are
men and 58% are women. The
economic value of the contribution made
by carers in the UK is £132bn a year.
There are around seven
million carers in the UK –
that is one in ten people.
This is rising.
By 2030, the number of carers will
increase by 3.4 million (around 60%).
(Information from www.carers.org)
Contact details
Email: [email protected]
Tel:
0345 688 7113
www.ncompassnorthwest.co.uk