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Carers Week is scheduled to begin on Monday, 8 June, highlighting the vital role thousands of individuals in the city play as carers for family members or friends. This week serves as an opportunity to recognize their contributions and share information about available support and activities organized in their honor.
One key offering during this period is the carer’s assessment, which is accessible to all carers, including young carers, regardless of whether the person they care for receives council services. In Liverpool alone, around 3,000 carers undergo an assessment each year, with approximately 2,500 benefiting from tailored support thereafter. These assessments provide a valuable space to discuss the impact of caring on one’s health and wellbeing and, if the carer is eligible, to receive a personalized support plan along with targeted advice and information. Support services accessible through these assessments include the Carers Health and Wellbeing Service by Local Solutions, the Carers Advocacy Service from The Brain Charity, and specialized assistance for carers aged 25 and under provided by Barnardo’s Action with Young Carers.
Throughout Carers Week, various organizations are hosting events to engage and support carers. For example, The Brain Charity hosts drop-in sessions at multiple hospital locations including Walton Centre, Royal Liverpool Hospital, and Aintree University Hospital on different days. Local Solutions offers informational stands at locations such as Asda Smithdown and Aintree Hospital, along with social activities like cream tea at the Carers Centre. Meanwhile, Mobilise delivers a series of online events including brief live sessions, community celebrations, and themed meet-ups to connect carers digitally.
Liverpool City Council also facilitates programs aiming to aid carers in finding employment. These include Connect to Work, which assists carers aged 18 and over by providing flexible job-related support; Youth Trailblazer, targeting young carers aged 18 to 21 to help them access education and employment opportunities; and Adult Learning courses designed to build skills and confidence for those aged 19 and above. Additionally, the concept of Carer Friendly Communities promotes making everyday environments—such as businesses, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and workplaces—more supportive and accessible to carers. Small changes in these areas can significantly improve the daily lives of carers by offering priority access, flexible working options, and targeted assistance
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