About Us

Our History

Worcestershire Association of Carers is a registered charity that was founded in 1997 providing an independent source of information, advice and support for unpaid adult carers in Worcestershire. We provide representation for carers at a local and national level and support carers to have a voice in decisions that affect them.

We understand the role of unpaid carers and the huge contribution they make to the community.

Our Vision Statement

Every unpaid carer to be valued and empowered and have access to personalised and high-quality support, living in carer friendly communities

Our Mission Statement

To enable carers to make informed choices through giving expert advice, information and support and to promote recognition of carers by service providers and communities

Our Values Statement

1. Caring

· We value and care for our people – carers, patients, staff and volunteers

· We care about doing a good job and take pride in doing it well

· We have empathy and compassion

2. Integrity

· We are an independent voice for carers

· We work together with honesty and within clear boundaries

· We are committed to ethical decision making

· We pay attention to equality, equity, fairness

· We are trustworthy, transparent, reliable and open

· We deliver on agreed actions - ensuring what we say, we do

3. Person Centred

· We are approachable and take time to listen, understand and communicate

· We work as a team and share knowledge

· We support carers to make the best-informed decisions.

· We are respectful and non-judgemental

· We work as a team to offer high quality and tailored services to meet our clients’ needs

4. Inclusive

· We tailor services to meet local need/communities/cultures

· We are aware of the barriers people face and work with carers & patients to overcome these

· We value working with partners

· We make people feel welcome

5. Proactive

· We reflect and learn to inform change, improvement and innovation

· We are responsive, flexible and adaptable

· We are active influencers

· We are well informed and connected

· We strive for excellence

Our key strategic priorities

Meeting the needs of carers
Performance and quality
Secure a sustainable future
Effective strategic leadership and governance

Latest

Mindfulness Walk at The Fold

Join us for a mindful walk at The Fold, followed by coffee & cake.
Autism Awareness

In this session we will explore some of the causes of autism and dispel the myths and stereotypes.
Find Your Happy!

In this session we will think and talk about what happiness means for us, what makes us happy and, as busy carers, how can we get more happiness in our lives?
Introduction to Mindfulness and Relaxation for Carers

This upbeat and interactive session will introduce and explore some simple ideas around mindfulness, gratitude, and relaxation.

Carer support groups
Work for us

Click to check on our latest vacancies.
Events Calendar

We have a wide range of great events for carers which include both online and face-to-face sessions.
Worcestershire Integrated Carers Hub
Carers Hub and Helpline

Call the carers Hub helpline on 0300 012 4272 if you need support with your caring role. We will be able to direct you to the most appropriate support and if appropriate put you in touch with our carer pathway advisors.
Working For Carers

Working for Carers is a membership and accreditation scheme for employers.
What we aim to achieve
Am I a carer?

Do you help to look after someone a few hours a week (or more) that relies on you for emotional, medical, personal or physical care or help with domestic tasks? You could be a carer and would possibly benefit from the support of Worcestershire Carers Hub. CALL OUR HELPLINE ON 0300 012 4272.
About Us
Emergency planning

Have you thought about what would happen to person you look after if you became ill or had an emergency to deal with? Planning for emergencies will give you and the person you care for peace of mind, knowing that back up support can be put place in case you need it.