1.3K views | #OnThisDay in 1996 the Carers National Association (now Carers UK) secured landmark rights against all odds in the Carers (Recognition and Services) Act 1995, including parent carers and the first ever explicit right for young carers. Explore 60 years of milestones for carers and Carers UK: https://go.carersuk.org/3E39rfc?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_wjuzkqfgrw | Carers UK | Facebook

Here, our volunteers talk about what volunteering means to them and why they've chosen to volunteer to support carers. You can do anything from putting up a poster to posting on social media. Find out how your time, skills and experience can help us make sure no one has to care alone at carersuk.org/volunteer | Carers UK

Norman's cared for his wife for 45 years and campaigns to improve carers' rights. He feels badly let down by our health and care systems and wants all carers to get the support they need. Sign our open letter ahead of the #GeneralElection and call on whoever becomes the next Prime Minister to commit to making life better for carers. https://go.carersuk.org/446hgcr?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign&utm_content=ap_24ks1fhs4b | Carers UK | Facebook