Local News
Isolated Carers Suffer in the East of England - June, 2010
Research for the launch of National Carers Week shows:
• 85% of carers say they are worse off financially,
• 81% have been forced to give up leisure activities
or from going out socially since becoming a carer.
• 72% saying they have lost touch with family and friends,
as the majority of those surveyed can no longer rely on relatives
for support, as these relationships suffer as a result of caring
• 63% say they have had to give up work.
A spokeman for Carers Week said: “Carers need and deserve change.
We need to see better access to advice and information, improved funding for breaks,
and support and flexibility for carers at the workplace.
Only then will carers get a real chance at a life of their own.
Unable to socialise, to have romantic relationships, or even to consider having children,
the impact on carers is emotional, mental, physical, and fiscal.”
Paid Carer Support Workers required for rural East Suffolk
South East Suffolk Crossroads are seeking Carer Support Workers around the Saxmundham area.
to support families of children/adults.
Staff will be working on a one-to-one basis and some work experience is required,
plus the use of a car and telephone.
The hourly rate is £6.56 - enhanced for evenings and Sundays.
Mileage
will be reimbursed at 40p per mile
For further information please tel: 01473 730455
