The free session is taking place between 10.30am and 2.30pm. It will provide information on topics like how to request a carer’s assessment, the right to ask a GP practice how they can identify you as a carer, and protection against discrimination or harassment.
“ Our Carers Information Day will also provide guidance on the support available to unpaid carers, and the chance to register with Walsall Carers Hub. “
Amandeep Rai, Carers Lead at Walsall Council
No booking is required, and carers are welcome to visit at any time. The session is free to attend and will be located on the ground floor, at the foot of the escalator in the Main Atrium at Walsall Manor Hospital, Moat Road, Walsall WS2 9PS.
This event is being delivered in partnership with Family & Carers Support Service, Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, Walsall Carers Hub, Midland Mencap, and Forward Carers.
More support available to carers include:
· At Walsall’s Leisure Centres, carers assisting anyone making use of facility receive free access. Learn more at: go.walsall.gov.uk/sport-and-leisure
· Walsall Carers Hub provides a wide range of free support to help those in caring roles. More can be found here: walsallcarershub.org.uk
· The Max Card offers free or discounted entry to hundreds of family-friendly attractions for Walsall families caring for a child with a disability (birth to 25 years old). Eligibility requires registration with Walsall Carers Hub and proof of disability. Please allow 14 working days for application processing. For more information and support, please call 01922 616 798 or email info@walsallcarershub.org.uk. For further information on Carers Rights Day visit: carersuk.org/news-and-campaigns/our-campaigns/carers-rights-day
