City of Wolverhampton Councils' Carer Support Team. Providing Information, Advice and Guidance to family carers.
Joined April 2018
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It’s Carers Week, celebrating those who care for family, friends, and neighbours. This year’s theme, “Building Carer Friendly Communities,” highlights the impact of support networks. Let’s raise awareness so carers feel valued, recognised and supported. #CarersWeek2026
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Today marks the start of Carers Week 2026, with this year's theme: "Building Carer Friendly Communities".
Visit the Carers Week website to find out more about the campaign and how you can get involved - carersweek.org.
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Carers Week takes place from 8th to 14th June 2026 and is a time to recognise the vital role unpaid carers play in supporting family members and friends.
Find out more: publichealth.gov.im/CarersWe…
#CarersWeek2026
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Carers Week UK recognises the incredible contribution of unpaid carers, including young carers, who support family members, friends and neighbours every day. #CarersWeek #CarersWeek2026 #SupportCarers #CarersMatter #UnpaidCarers #CareMatters #YoungCarers #CommunitySupport
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John's Campaign-
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Hospital stays can be challenging for anyone, but they can be especially distressing for people living with dementia or cognitive impairment. Having a familiar face nearby can help them feel safe and less anxious.
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Later this month, we are launching our new website. Created with customers for customers, the newly updated website will:
✔️Make services easier to access
✔️Improve accessibility and inclusion
✔️Meet current digital standards
✔️Be customer friendly
Watch this space for details!
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Yo! Wolves has released its May half term holiday activities, many of them free, that Wolverhampton children and young people can enjoy.
Sessions include swimming, basketball, racket sports, tennis, volleyball, youth gym, art club and much more:
yowolves.co.uk/events?utm_me…
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Come along to learn how to safely babywear and test different slings and carriers out, all to improve attachment with your little one and help baby’s development.
Free refreshments are available.
Contact Dawn or Zoe for more details at fhparent.infantwbteam@wolverhampton.gov.uk
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The Black Country cancer bus tour is here!
The Black Country cancer bus tour is here! 🚍
Join the team from 5-9 May at the below locations for cancer screening information, self-care advice, signposting to local services & health checks ⤵️
It’s free to attend & open to all. Find out more 👉 blackcountry.icb.nhs.uk/your…
ALT A social asset featuring a graphic illustration of the front of a bus. The NHS logo is in the top-right corner. Text says: ‘The cancer bus is back in the Black Country. May 2026. 5 May – Stafford Street Car Park, Dudley 6 May – Queen Square, Wolverhampton 7 May – Sainsbury’s Reedswood, Walsall 8 May – New Square Shopping Centre, West Brom 9 May – Merry Hill, Dudley (outside M&S/Argos) Drop in and speak to healthcare professionals. Catching cancer early saves lives.’
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The Mental Health Social Work Team is inviting colleagues to join a ‘Walk and Talk’ as part of Mental Health Awareness Week.
📅 Date: Wednesday 13 May 2026
⏰ Time: 12pm
📍 Meeting point: Leaving from Dove Strengthening Families Hub
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Are you a parent to twins, triplets or more aged 0-2 years?
Join us for FREE Stay & Play sessions, 1-2.30pm on Fridays during term time at Best Start Family Hub - Graiseley.
Parents are responsible for their own children during the session with staff on hand to help.
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With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.
To find out how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescrip…
ALT NHS reminder to order repeat prescriptions early to avoid running out over the bank holiday weekend with a weekly pill organizer shown. Text reads 'Don't get caught out this bank holiday weekend. Order your repeat prescriptions in good time.
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Apr 26
So proud to be at the #LondonMarathon cheering on our incredible runners! ❤️ They've taken on a huge challenge and raised a fantastic amount to support carers. Good luck team! 🏃❤️
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Apr 14
A lovely group of our un-paid carers took a break from their caring roles this morning and had a fabulous time creating needle felt blooms.
'What beautiful results- ready to bring a smile and brighten up even the dullest day!
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#Mindfullmaking #Relax #Unwind #Theraputic
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Keep the streets clean !
Mar 20
How to help keep streets clean:
Report via Love Clean Streets app 👉 orlo.uk/geZZq
Report via Shop a Tipper 👉 orlo.uk/DPXTg
Organise a community litter pick 👉 orlo.uk/BXlG6
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Not sure if you need to write or update your will?
Take the free 1 minute quiz @octopuslegacy
#willwriting
Not sure if you actually need to write or update your will?
@octopuslegacy have made a free 1-minute quiz and find out what legal, financial and emotional plans you’ve already put in place, and what still needs sorting octopuslegacy.pulse.ly/3rylk…
ALT Red background with white text reads: "Not sure if you need a will? Find out by taking this free 1 minute quiz today." Below, "GET STARTED" is written in white, followed by an arrow. Logos for "Carers UK" and "Octopus Legacy" appear at the top.
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Mar 20
Visitors to the Safe Haven, open from 10.30pm-3.30am, can charge their phones, have a glass of water, access free WiFi, get flip flops to relieve aching feet, report any concerns they may have, and receive support to arrange transport home. (2/2)
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WolvesCarers retweeted
Mar 20
Wishing a joyful and peaceful Eid to those who are celebrating 🌙✨
For those who care for family, friends, or someone in the community, may this day bring you strength, support, and joy.
#EidMubarak
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