Caring about Carers

Carers Week runs from 13-19th June this year, and its theme is ‘The True Face of Carers’. It calls for greater recognition for the vast amount of work done by people who have caring responsibilities. Katy Clark MP writes to state her support. She says, “Thousands of people in North Ayrshire and Arran sacrifice not only their time, but also their money and their health in order to care for a loved one. Together they save this country an incredible £119 billion every year. They deserve to be recognised for their contribution to both our local community and to wider society.”

Katy is taking part in Carers Week “to show my respect and appreciation for our carers.” She wants to let them know that there are services out there to help them, and says, “Caring can be so incredibly demanding. It’s important that carers know that they don’t have to struggle on alone.”

For more information about local events and activities taking place as part of Carers Week, visit www.carersweek.org.

To arrange an interview with Katy Clark please contact 01505 684 127.