Care for unpaid carers this Carers Rights Day

If you look after a loved one with a mental health condition, join Richmond Borough Mind for an evening of celebration on Carers Rights Day, 19 November.

The Carers Connect Evening will feature a drinks reception, a buffet and speeches from Richmond’s Deputy Mayor Councillor Matthew Wherry, Richmond Borough Mind’s CEO Valerie Farmer and Carers UK’s Research and Policy Manager, Melanie Crew, along with entertainment from talented carers.

To express your interest and register, email carers@rbmind.org or call 020 8940 7384.

Ongoing support for carers 

It is crucial to support unpaid carers’ health and wellbeing as they provide assistance for their dependants. In Richmond upon Thames, there is a wide range of local support available to help.

As a first step, we strongly encourage all unpaid carers to have a free carer’s assessment. A carer's assessment is a conversation with you that will help us understand the impact that caring is having on your life. You can do the carer’s assessment online. This is a new, flexible way to have a support conversation or complete a carer’s assessment. You’ll still have the option to speak with a member of our Adult Social Care team if you prefer.

You may be able to get help and advice with financial concerns, your own health, practical help in the home, and any worries about the future. Even if you are not eligible there are a range of services in the borough you can access free of charge.
Find out about support and advice for carers. 

Adults and Young Adults Carer's Charter

Richmond Council is dedicated to recognising unpaid carers with the Adults and Young Adults Carer's Charter. Local organisations can sign up to the charter to pledge their support for unpaid carers across our borough who care for a loved one or friend.