Why feelings of guilt and resentment is an indicator to put ourselves first.

11 top tips for preparing for a new caring role.

While stress might not always come with flashing warning lights, it’s something many of us experience in our caring role daily and sometimes we only notice it once we’re already running on empty, or burnt out completely. Here are some key exercises and resources from therapist and writer Lottie Storey that might help us feel just a little more in control when life starts to feel overwhelming, something many of us know all too well.

In a recent poll, nearly 70% of carers who responded shared they had never heard of virtual wards, yet they are something many of us may become involved with during our time looking after someone. So what are they? This blog will help us understand what virtual wards are, what support we’re entitled to, and where we can go if we’re feeling unsure or stretched too thin. It will include experiences from other carers, explore concerns and offer practical advice on coping with th

In this blog, we’ve gathered some of the most common communication challenges that can crop up when looking after a family member or friend, and pulled together tips and real-life insights from carers who’ve been there.

As the weather warms up a little, our thoughts might turn to spring cleaning and decluttering our space. Before we dive in though, let's take a moment to see how other carers do it, so that we are getting things done in the easiest possible way.

Caring isn’t just something we do, it’s part of who we are. But how often do we actually see carers reflected in TV shows and films?

Taking care of someone often means dealing with lots of different, and sometimes difficult, emotions. But a big one, that can sometimes...

This blog explores how looking after a family member or friend with an addiction can affect us, and provide practical steps to help us.

The benefits of taking regular short breaks can be just as great as less frequent longer breaks.

From grocery shopping hacks to free incontinence products. Read carers' top tips on saving money on the weekly shop and still eating well.

We spoke to two members of our community who have autism to learn more about how autism can impact our caring experiences.

We’re seeing a trend of more women getting an ADHD diagnosis later in life . With this in mind, we’ve been chatting to Sarah, a member of...

Carers' practical and emotional tips for raising a complaint. Plus, read what the experts say.

I discovered the priority matrix at a difficult time in my work. I was swamped. Despite working long hours, my list of tasks mounted up....

Gratitude is the process of being thankful or showing appreciation for something. Read more to learn about how it can help us when caring.

Looking after someone can be rewarding, but it can also feel incredibly isolating. Here we will explore ten ways to combat this isolation.

Bryan looks after his wife. He spoke with us about the loneliness that set in, after his wife had to move to a care home.

Looking after a family member or friend can sometimes feel lonely. We’ve recently shared tips for improving our romantic relationships ,...

We share some of the acts of kindness our community have either taken part in, or had happen for them, and explore the benefits of kindness.