Over half of unpaid carers need more support from NHS

Over half of unpaid carers need more support from NHS

By Lee Peart 04 September 2025

Over half of unpaid carers (51%) say they need more support from the NHS, according to a new report.

West Yorkshire ICB brings app to 250,000 unpaid carers

By Liz Wells 06 November 2024

NHS West Yorkshire ICB has signed a deal with technology company Care Networx to bring a new app to the 250,000 unpaid carers in West Yorkshire.

Two-thirds say they have no choice about taking on an unpaid caring role

By Lee Peart 10 June 2024

Almost two-thirds (62%) of carers have no choice about taking on an on unpaid caring role, new research has found.

DWP

Unpaid carers forced to repay DWP over £250m

By Lee Peart 20 May 2024

The Government requires unpaid carers to pay back more than £250m after thousands were unknowingly overpaid their allowance.

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Social Worker Level 1

PO2 - £42,771 to £45,750

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Care Assistant - Reablement

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