Carers contributions in the community celebrated next week in Sale

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

The week of events is open to all Trafford carers and those they care for.

It includes:

Monday 11 June – Walk for Health at Sale Sports Club, 11am. A gentle walk from Sale Sports Club to Worthington Park followed by lunch. Call 0161 284 2400 (option1) to join in.

Tuesday 12 June and Friday 15 June – Carers Information and Advice Stall, 9.30am-3.30pm, Sale Sainsbury’s.

Wednesday 13 June – Carers Information and Advice Stall, 9.30am-3.30pm, Urmston Sainsbury’s.

Wednesday 13 June – A Day at the Races, Haydock Race Course, Free, call 0161 848 2400 (option 4) to reserve your ticket.

Thursday 14 June – Be our Guest, pampering, information and entertainment afternoon, Free, 10.30am-12.30pm, Cresta Court Hotel, Altrincham.

Saturday 16 June – Re: Love&Care Fun Day at Trafford Carers Centre shop in Stretford Mall, 9.30am-4.30pm. Fun activities, find out about volunteering and meet the team.

Joanne Harding, the Executive Member for Adult Social Care, said: “People often don’t understand the massive responsibility that comes with being a carer, it’s an extremely difficult job that has an impact on the carer’s health, finances, career opportunities and even their general wellbeing.
“We hope these events will offer support and let carers know that there is help out there for them if they feel they are struggling in any way.”

For more information about Trafford, Carers Centre call the Carers Helpline on 0161 848 2400 or email info@trafford carerscentre.org.uk. Visit www.traffordcarerscentre.org.uk