Caring is full of big responsibilities — schedules, routines, tasks that can sometimes feel endless. But tucked inside all that busyness are small, shining moments that remind us why we do it. A shared laugh. A thank-you smile. A quiet cup of tea with someone who feels safe because you’re there. These are the moments …
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Introduction In this article, I will be discussing the importance of taking care of your physical wellbeing as a carer and why it should be practised often. As a carer, whether you’re looking after a loved one or working professionally, your role can be physically demanding and emotionally draining. It’s easy to overlook your own …
What is Super Social Care Staff Day? #SuperSocialCareStaff Day is an annual celebration in March dedicated to recognising the vital contributions of care sector workers across the UK. For years, care workers had been calling for the recognition they deserve for their essential role in supporting individuals and communities. In 2022, we launched #SuperSocialCareStaff Day …
What an amazing Carers Week we’ve had! And we’d like to thank you all for celebrating with us! The highlight of our week has to be the announcement that TV presenter Kate Garraway has shown her support for The Blue Sky Social Care Card. In a live video message – which we shared on our …
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My Son started feeling unwell, weight loss, mouth ulcers- after a few visits to his GP investigations began. C was only 12 years old and your average young lad who loved football, gaming and time with friends and family. Little did we know that his/our lives were about to change. Blood results/stool sample came back …
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World Alzheimer’s Month World Alzheimer’s Month is an international event held annually in September, run by Alzheimer’s Disease International, (ADI). The aim of the month is to raise awareness about the struggles of Alzheimer’s and Dementia, plus the societal stigma around it. What is Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that gradually …
According to new research from the University of Sheffield and Carers’ charity, Carers UK, the value of unpaid care in England and Wales is now nearing the equivalent of a second NHS. Unpaid carers save the government £162bn every year. They compared this to an estimated £164bn in funding for the NHS during 2020-21. The …
Firstly, what is burnout? “Burnout is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion. It can occur when you experience long-term stress.” Why is Burnout so common within The Social Care Sector? Those in the Social Care Sector, are working a high stress, high demand, mostly thankless job where they are interacting with vulnerable individuals daily. …
