London Mayor Boris Johnson, supports Carers Rights Day UK, by urging carers to access the support they are entitled to.
Currently, there are an estimated 6.4 million carers who save the economy 12 billion pounds per year, in caring for their loved ones without being paid to do so. That being said this causes a huge financial strain on the carer which often can lead them to have debt, financial crisis and in some cases cause ill health.
Last year saw a publication estimated that over 840 million pounds is unclaimed in Carers Allowance.
Supermarket chain Sainsbury's, has sponsored Carers UK with 50,000 copies of Carers advice guide booklets, and will also distribute these to it's employees who juggle work and care. Figures suggest that 1 in 8 employees struggle to care for a loved one and work, this can often lead to staff absences through ill health and or stress.
Other companies who have joined Carers UK in supporting Carers Rights Day are: BT, Pricewaterhouse and the Metropolitan Police Force.
Should you need more advice or support contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau and discuss support group options with your local GP.
Emily Houlzhausen, Director of Policy and Public Affairs at Carers UK says; "Without support, caring can take a huge toll on carers’ health and finances. It is crucial that we all work to identify colleagues, friends and family who have caring responsibilities and make sure they are getting all the support they can.”
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