Mel Smith

Deputy CEO, Worcestershire Carers Hub, Worcestershire Association of Carers. Pasionate about family, Carers & Worc Warriors All views are my own

[Mel Smith @Mels311]

@RugbyWorcs @HartpuryRFC COYW

[Mel Smith @Mels311]

@BrendanYoung3 @Deborah71247971 @strokeindira Take care @BrendanYoung3

[Mel Smith @Mels311]

@BrendanYoung3 @actionhappiness @CllrKarenMay @CllrAHardman @tricks36 @mikedroit @adderley_sarah Happy birthday week :)

[Contact @contactfamilies]

We’ve created a new DLA Higher Rate Mobility webpage for parent carers of children with learning disabilities or autism!

It’s packed with super detailed advice to help you claim — as well as FAQs, top tips, and a webinar for more in-depth information:

👉 https://t.co/RF7CbBjmC5

[We Care Campaign @WeAreCarers]

An assessment, review or reassessment has to be the very minimum we do for #UnpaidCarers

[Carers & Communities @CarerCommunties]

We are kicking off Carers Week by recognising all unpaid carers across Worcestershire. We want to reach and support as many carers as we can so do check out the website for events and help us raise awareness of caring in our community #UnpaidCarers #CarersWeek #WorcestershireHour

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

Unpaid carers perform an incredibly important role in society, and the role comes with a huge amount of stress and tough challenges

You can find a range of stories from unpaid carers sharing their experiences of caring here 👇
https://t.co/i8DynNX89x

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

Unpaid carers can still get their first and second COVID-19 jabs this spring

You can get the COVID vaccine from the NHS if you've not had at least two jabs before

You can book an appointment at https://t.co/UYLx9GnDj9, through the NHS app or by calling 119

[Carers Wales @CarersWales]

Self-advocacy is about speaking up for yourself. It’s about getting your voice heard and effectively communicating your own interests. Our guide has been designed to help you communicate your needs with professionals.

https://t.co/kIASHY9Muy

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

Only one week to go until #YoungCarersActionDay 2023!

It's not too late to download resources! What are you planning for YCAD 2023?

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/gLi7liyhzr

[Carers & Communities @CarerCommunties]

We're getting ready to celebrate #SocialPrescribingDay tomorrow. Want to know more about what a social prescriber does? - here's a useful video https://t.co/IZovAPMaEM

[Emma V King @Emvbridge]

@HWHCT_NHS Brilliant Service. Can we look at how we can link in regarding linen? We have numerous linen pieces going home with patients and we need to look at how we can get it back safely working with our provider Synergy

[Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health & Care NHS @HWHCT_NHS]

Do you have NHS equipment in your home that you no longer use?

The Worcestershire Community Equipment Service is calling upon Worcestershire residents to return equipment such as zimmer frames, commodes, toilet frames and perching stools if they're no longer required.

[HerefordshireCarers @CarersHfd]

What's on this week - https://t.co/xFekQk108S

[Carers & Communities @CarerCommunties]

At @CarersWorcs we have won funding from @nationalgriduk to support #UnpaidCarers this winter - including offering a warmer pack containing practical & comforting items to support carers to stay warm & cosy
Carers should call our helpline on 0300 012 4272
#WorcestershireHour

[Brendan Young @BrendanYoung3]

⁦@linknurseries1⁩ opens Tues-Sat soon. Great opp 4 more individuals & groups 2 benefit from #wellbeing support in calm horticultural setting. ⁦@JigsawWorcs⁩ ⁦@CarersWorcs⁩ ⁦⁦@worcscc⁩ ⁦@tricks36⁩ ⁦@SusanHarrisHACW⁩ ⁦⁦⁦@KateLeese1⁩

[Carers UK @CarersUK]

📢 The Carer’s Leave Bill has passed in the House of Commons!

This is a huge step forward to securing greater recognition, rights and support for unpaid carers in the workplace.

The Bill now moves to the House of Lords. #RightToCarersLeave

[Carers UK @CarersUK]

📢 The Carer’s Leave Bill is being debated in the House of Commons tomorrow.

We’re urging all MPs to back @wendychambLD’s Bill and give millions of carers juggling paid employment and unpaid care a #RightToCarersLeave.

Find out more about this vital Bill https://t.co/oAfIOTaYrf

[Carers Trust @CarersTrust]

Are you a #YoungCarer or young adult carer?

Let us know about the pressures and challenges you are facing by filling in our survey. It only takes 10 minutes. Get your voice heard! #YoungCarersActionDay

👉 https://t.co/LlX9qsi5Or

[Carers UK @CarersUK]

The health and social care system is failing unpaid carers, with over a fifth of carers who requested a GP appointment having to wait a month or more.

GP practices should prioritise appointments for carers and offer flexibility so carers can get the care they need themselves.