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Get Involved

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There are lots of ways to offer your support and skills to our organisation.

 

Without your donations, your time and your experience we would not be able reach the numbers of people we do, but there is always more we can offer, and we need your help to ensure that no one feels they are alone, cannot cope and feel they have no where to turn to.

Donate

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Your donations matter – every £1 we receive helps support someone who is looking after a family member to feel less lonely, continue to work, take a break and be confident in their caring role.

Fundraise

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Fundraising activities are not only a great way to raise vital funds for us, but they also help increase awareness, enable more carers to access our services and bring your community or team together to do something fun and meaningful.

Our Shop

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Our boutique shop in Droitwich sells clothing, household items and more. Your donations ensure our shop is filled with a great selection of items and your purchases support our organisation.

Work for Us

Worcestershire Association of Carers

Working for us changes lives. If you want to make a difference and have the skills to join our team Find Out More below. We are hard working and professional, offering a culture of development and commitment to our values.

Have Your Say

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Sharing your voice and experiences is really important, it helps us shape services and inform both local and national strategies. To find out more, click below.

Volunteer

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Volunteering your time is really rewarding. Whether you want to join us as a Trustee or offer your experience on an ad hoc basis, you can give as much or as little time that suits you. To look at the roles we have available or talk to us about volunteering, please Find out More.

Why get involved?

Half of us will become unpaid carers in our lifetime—which means you, or someone you know, may already need support. That’s why Worcestershire Association of Carers exists: to stand beside carers across the county, whatever challenges they face. The impact of caring can be overwhelming:

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57%

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Nearly half of unpaid carers reported have at least one adverse health effect from providing unpaid care

ONS Analysis 

57% of carers said they needed better understanding and recognition of unpaid carers from the general public. 

State of Caring 2024

50% of carers felt lonely according to a State of Caring Report 2023

State of Caring 2024

65% feel overwhelmed because they haven’t been able to take a break 

Carers UK

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