A CHARITY in Wiltshire has launched an initiative to give unpaid carers a break from their role by treating them during carers week.
Carer Support Wiltshire are looking for people who look after a friend or relative to join them to meet other carers for afternoon tea at events throughout the county.
They help carers to access support, services, education and training and ensure carers in Wiltshire have a voice in policy making and planning for services.
The charity’s aim is to create carer friendly communities where carers are recognised, valued and supported.
The last census showed that there are more than 47,000 carers in Wiltshire.
Carers Week runs from June 12-18 and is an annual awareness campaign that recognises and celebrates the contribution carers make to families and communities in the UK.
To participate in the afternoon tea events, carers must be registered with the charity.
For more information contact Carer Support Wiltshire on 0800 181 4118 or visit carersinwiltshire.co.uk
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