Supporting yourself with caring

The Compassionate Employers programme includes support for those with caring responsibilities and any employee affected by a life changing diagnosis

Caring for someone close to you can be rewarding, but it can also bring emotional, physical and practical challenges. When so much of your time and energy goes into supporting someone else, it's easy to put your own needs to one side. Explore the resources below for practical advice, guidance and support to help you look after yourself while caring for others.

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Support for carers

Find support for carers looking after someone with a life-limiting condition.
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Caring for someone at home

Caring for someone who is at the end of their life at home can be rewarding, but also very challenging. This page has advice for you if you are a carer.
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Juggling caring and work

Caring for someone at home at the same time as working can be a lot to manage. On this page you'll find out what you are entitled to and where to get support.
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When the person you are caring for dies

When the person you are caring for dies it can be very difficult, because you are coping with their loss as well as a huge change to your day-to-day routine. This page has advice o...
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Equality

Caring for people with a learning disability

People with a learning disability frequently experience inadequate end of life care. Gemma Allen from Mary Stevens Hospice tells us about changing this.
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Resources to help if you’re a carer, including what your rights at work are, how to request flexible working, entitlements to parental and emergency leave, and protection from discrimination

I care for someone

Working as a carer can bring extra stressors and needs, which is why it's important to know your rights at work and what support is available.
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When her Mum was diagnosed with cancer, Nikki had to balance working with being an unpaid carer, experiencing varying levels of support from her employer along the way.

Case study: the journey from caring to bereavement

When her Mum was diagnosed with cancer, Nikki had to balance working with being an unpaid carer, experiencing varying levels of support from her employer along the way.
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We have a Carers Toolkit available to help you look after yourself whilst you look after a loved one

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