Cannot wait for Carers Week next month; you are going to love the superficially appealing ideas we've commissioned, instead of addressing your desperate pleas for practical solutions that will truly meet your needs and improve your life.
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Another week of disappointing platitudes. Nothing new, nothing creative, nothing inspiring, nor hopeful of any Real change. Carers orgs and their slogan of "putting carers on the map" has felt patronising. Skunnered is how I feel #RealCarersWeek
Well, that's a wrap... we're off on our paid annual leave.
We'll be paid nine times what an unpaid carer gets for two weeks of Carer's Allowance during our fortnight holiday.
We earned it, bringing you this content that made you all feel so valued. On the map.
#RealCarersWeek
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I hope that after reading about all the generous support we provide and how much we care about our carers all week, you now feel lovely and calm—not remotely patronised, frustrated, or angry.
#SelfCareMatters#CarersWeek2024#CarersWeek
Furious and exhausted from fighting for your carer's rights for years?
Ignored?
Burnt out and broke?
Have you tried breathing?
#CarersWeek2024#CarersWeek
We had some blue lights lying around (we did use them during #AutismAwarenessWeek until people pointed out the problem with this).
So we've lit up our council offices! I think you'll agree, after our week of efforts you carers must feel just so special & valued.
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Very few of you turned up. Who knew that exhausted unpaid carers wouldn't just happen to walk past our stand outside the shops, on which we spent so much money? We did not foresee this.
Why bother with a Carer's assessment to identify your needs and support plans when you can have a free tarot reading on us instead!
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It's important for you to take time out for self-care. So this #CarersWeek why not take some time for yourself and go for a nice walk.
We workshopped the content of this post for a week, and went out for a celebratory Nando's when we nailed it.
#time4you#CarersWeek2024
It’s carers week, sitting back waiting for all the help and support to kick in, whilst sipping cold beer on the beach … wait, nothing ? You say nothing, but national charities & gov being patronising & saying they care that you care? As you were. Nothing to see here.
So here we are, day 2 of #RealCarersWeek. Up at 2am to get mum up and back in bed after she had a fall, managed to grab another hour or so of sleep, absolutely knackered and still not feeling 100%, but the caring duties go on. This is the real life of Unpaid Carers.
@SocialcareToday "The activities include going out for afternoon tea, visiting the zoo, carers picnic’s, free yoga sessions, cupcake making classes and self-care sessions."
Is this #CarersWeek or pre-school?
Shouldn't local authorities be acknowledging Carers Rights instead?
You can't say we don't spoil you! Hope you are all savouring your one piece of toast, and of course, the lifeblood of the week, that cup of tea.
#CarersWeek wouldn't be the same without it.
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#Heroes#Valued#CarersWeek2024
No doubt, you've been anxiously awaiting the exciting Tuesday #CarersWeek treats for our valued unpaid carers. Other councils might tempt you with scones, we here at your local authority are thrilled to offer... toast! We've truly outdone ourselves this time.
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It’s #CarersWeek again. Any chance of action instead of platitudes and tea? Sorting out the carers’ allowance fiasco? Please do share anything useful relating to carers’ rights, campaigns etc. #RealCarersWeek
This is lovely, but remember:
*Most carers didn’t choose that path. Life happened to them & the person they care for.
*Carers aren’t saints. Please appreciate them even when they swear and shout in frustration.
*Nice words don’t pay bills. Or provide a rest.
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