Caring with Confidence

Caring with Confidence programme?

The free group sessions are delivered all over Worcestershire and available to anyone in a caring role. Sessions link together into programmes but are designed to work with and adapt to, the changing and unpredictable nature of caring.

Each 2 or 3 hour session is highly interactive, tackling all of the challenges carers face, such as

emotional ups and downs,
daily practical matters
legal and financial issues
moving and handling
first aid,
better communication

For more information please follow the link

Latest

WAC AGM and Conference 2019

Come and hear about carer friendly communities and let us know your thoughts
AGM 2019
Carers Chorus

We have our very own carers choir. The 'Carers Chorus' meets twice a month and welcomes new members. Absolutely no experience necessary.
Steam train trip and lunch - Male Carers Only

Steam train trip Broadway to Toddington and back, pub lunch included - Male carers only

Carer support groups
Work for us

We are hiring !
Events Calendar

Click here to see upcoming events for Worcestershire Association of Carers. For more information call the Helpline on 0300 012 4272.
Worcestershire Integrated Carers Hub
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 Integrated Carers Hub. CALL OUR HELPLINE ON 0300 012 4272.
About Us
Emergency planning

What happens if the person you care for is taken ill? Have you considered a contingency plan? You can find information here about WAC schemes such as the Carers Emergency Card and NHS and Social Care Emergency Services.