See what's on this month and catch up with the latest news for carers

June 11th to the 16th is Carers Week and to celebrate Carers' and their invaluable contribution some exciting new guides have been published

All learning Disability services and support for families are developed within an overarching strategy. It is really helpful to be aware of the strategy as it can strengthen any case you put forward for support.

We have worked with Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Councils to produce a draft strategy for learning disability services over the coming 5 years, we have ensured that views of carers we have met have been taken into account.

The final version of the Strategy is about to be launched at an event on the 18th June. You are welcome to attend. 

The venue is the Copthorne Hotel, early booking is advised.

We recently carried out a survey of our members on the need for better accessible loo's in the community

We had a great response for our members- thank you so much! 

A copy can be seen below

Join our free  Connected Carers  activities and events that are being held near you in the coming months

They are a great way to meet other carers, pick up tips and information and have fun!

Check out the latest Index newsletter for details of opportunities for disabled children and young carers

Take a look at our latest Parents Voice newsletter and see what you might be missing out on!

 The Connected Carers project brings carers together over a variety of free activities. These include therapy sessions, activities, coffee mornings, breakfasts and lunches. All are free!

If you care for a person with a life long condition come along , enjoy lunch on us and meet new friends!

The Carers Trust have recently launched an accreditation scheme for organisations that recognise the needs of carers

Carers save Wales over £8000,000,000 every year.

Each year a variety of activities are held to recognise the value and role of carers.

To find out more about activities in your area please check our latest Spring newsletter below

Don't forget, the Parents Federation hold weekly activities all year round for carers in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. They are free and fun ways to meet other carers and make friends while learning about what other support and opportunities are on offer.

Check our Connected Carers and Vale Carers pages for details or call us on 029 2056 5917 

Don't forget to add us as a friend on facebook to be kept abreast of these and much more information on a daily basis

We recommend that all carers take time to view this introduction to Carers Rights- you may be surprised!!

Please take a few minutes to check out our latest newsletter - full of events and activities for carers!

To see our latest newsletter please click here

New legislation has changed the way that carers should be able to access assistance. Find out what options could be available by coming to an event held by the All Wales Forum in January or February- you really need to know about this!!

On 8th November we celebrated the 25th Understanding Disability Awards

A report on end of life issues carried out by the Marie Curie centre has just been published

Find an easy read version here

and a detailed report here