See the latest edition of the newsletter for carers, Caring Times here

To have a monthly copy sent directly to you contact the Vale of Glamorgan Council Carers office - don't forget to ask for an assessment (even if you don't think you need anything)

The Vale of Glamorgan council have posted several useful guides, tips and links to staying fit while you are stuck indoors

This months newsletter has details on current and future events along with details of how to sign up for free carers' activities over the coming months

Updates on PIP, Transition, Connected carers and much more

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!

Council for Disabled Children

The Council for Disabled Children (CDC) has launched two new email inboxes aimed to answer questions, gather resources and share information on Coronavirus and the impact on children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

details and links can be found below - please accept our apologies for the layout

On Thursday 21st November there is a Carers Information event at the Carers Hub in Stanwell Road, Penarth

Come along for a chat and learn about the latest developments in services and support for unpaid carers over a free coffee and refreshments

On Wednesday the 20th November we are holding an information morning to highlight options available to people with a learning disability.

If your son or daughter is considering moving out of the family home or returning from an out of county college placement soon this will be of interest

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!