What would we do without CARERS?

Each day, 6,000 people become unpaid carers. For some, it happens gradually as their parents get older and their health declines, but for others, it’s sudden, following a terminal diagnosis or an accident that results in disability. Across the UK, 6.5 million unpaid carers are looking after their sick, elderly or disabled relatives. And whether it’s round-the-clock care, or a few hours a day, caring for someone can have a huge effect mentally and physically. Each year, Carers UK aims to raise awareness and celebrate these superstars who live among us.

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