Bridgit Care

We provide carer support for unpaid/family carers in the UK💜

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Looking after someone else can often result in impacting your own health. Here are some common feelings carers go through, have you experienced any of these?💜

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🎄🎁 Here at Bridgit we want to wish all the incredible carers out there a very Merry Christmas! 🌟❤️ Your selfless dedication and love make the world a better place. 🙌🤗 #UnpaidCarers #MerryChristmas

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Addiction?
Have you lost control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you (or someone else)?
Would you like to access help/support?
Then click here for more information and advice👇
https://t.co/L9h5sWQ20N

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Do you feel depressed?
Depression is when you feel persistently sad for weeks or months, rather than just a few days.
The good news is with the right treatment and support you could start to feel better.
Click here for more information and advice👇
https://t.co/m7PcRSmuLh

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Has you caring role come to an end?
Do you feel lost and alone?
Are thinking about going back to work, education or training?
There is lots of information and support about "next-steps" if your caring role has come to an end - click here👇
https://t.co/HnTLEJNjY0

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Anxiety?
Do you worry or feel scared about doing things?
Are these feelings interfering with your everyday life and stopping you from doing things?
Do you feel lost or stuck?
Use this link for more information and advice👇
https://t.co/VrdAKyVYqB

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Providing care to someone is often a rewarding experience however there are times when you may feel alone, overwhelmed, and lacking in knowledge.
Don't struggle - there is lots of information, advice and support waiting for you to access - click here 👇
https://t.co/XRZaTHA7Yj

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Do you eat "on the go" or skip meals because you are too busy?
Do you feel tired and unmotivated?
What we eat is important because it provides fuel for our body and mind.
Find out more about healthy eating and meal planning by clicking here 👇
https://t.co/uT5tLdZgd0

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Having life goals gives us a sense of meaning and purpose.
Sometimes obstacles get in the way and if this happens we can become unmotivated and loose interest in life.

Find out how to set yourself some life goals and stay focused by clicking here 👇
https://t.co/h59D5YnhfV

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Feeling stressed?
While a level of stress can be good when it becomes overwhelming and feels unmanageable it can have a negative impact on our body, mind and motivation.
Find out more about by clicking here 👇
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Do you feel that the responsibility of your caring role is affecting work?

Find out more about employee's rights and/or employer support and what changes you could make by clicking here 👇
https://t.co/hVwYWBJXbw

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What is a carers assessment?
It's an evaluation of your needs as a carer, conducted by the local authority. It will look at what you are already doing, identify any additional help / support for you, and look at your well being.
Learn more here 👇
https://t.co/xqBZqeXS32

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Is the person you care for struggling to live alone, or has a complex medical condition, or had a needs assessment that suggests a higher level of care is needed?
If yes, click here for information about different types of care providers👇
https://t.co/XdsWO1lxrX

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Dementia?
Dementia describes a group of symptoms that include problems with memory, thinking or language, and changes in mood, emotions, perception and behaviour.
Find out more about dementia and support available by clicking here👇
https://t.co/2rl5rMecy9

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Sometimes the pressure of caring for someone else can build up until it feels like you can no longer cope.
Looking after your own wellbeing is important for you and for them.
To find out about advice and support available click here👇
https://t.co/2HqCmy1QS7

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Feeling that money is stretched?
Find out what discounts you may be able to access that aren’t already on your radar by clicking here👇
https://t.co/1FM0mnPWL1

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Emergency Planning?
Do you have an emergency plan or the person you care for?
An emergency plan will give you peace of mind and can outline essential caring information for health care teams.
Click to learn more about, and create, an emergency plan👇
https://t.co/D0Dnt8qqtr

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What is respite care?
Respite care means taking a break from caring, while the person you care for is looked after by someone else.
If you feel that you would benefit from time out of your caring role then click here for more information and advice👇
https://t.co/HuPoKsc1NA

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Work life balance?
A good work life balance is different for everyone, however, when you are caring for someone this may feel difficult.
Find out more about employer support, your right's at work and self advocacy by clicking here👇
https://t.co/EZ5psvqJZm

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What is carers allowance?
How much is carers allowance?
Do I meet the criteria?
Find out more by clicking here👇
https://t.co/rhZixQc0Y9

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The rising cost of living is putting pressure on carers and the people they care for throughout the UK.
Find out about money saving tips clicking here👇
https://t.co/IP58I1rGJn