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Carers in England and Wales providing more hours of care than 10 years ago

by Michelle Lowe | Feb 13, 2023 | Parents & Carers

Unpaid carers, including parent carers, are providing more hours of care now than they were 10 years ago. That’s according to the latest census data by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) about unpaid carers released last week.

Disabled woman and service dog asked to leave Hanley pub

by Michelle Lowe | Feb 10, 2023 | Parents & Carers

A disabled woman said she was reduced to tears when asked to leave a pub because of her assistance dog. Louise Harris, who has multiple sclerosis, was approached by a manager in Hanley Wetherspoons on 13 January. “I was in utter shock, I could not believe...

Mental health services boosted by £150 million government funding

by Michelle Lowe | Feb 8, 2023 | Parents & Carers

A £150 million investment up to April 2025 will better support people experiencing – or at risk of experiencing – mental health crises to receive care and support in more appropriate settings outside of A&E, helping to ease pressures facing the NHS.

What the school strikes mean for your child

by Michelle Lowe | Feb 6, 2023 | Parents & Carers

The National Education Union (NEU) announced seven days of industrial action in February and March across England and Wales. Many families will be wondering what this means for their children. Contact Families tries to cover the key facts you need to know.

NHS crisis: Why are disabled people disproportionately affected?

by Michelle Lowe | Feb 3, 2023 | Parents & Carers

The NHS is at crisis point. For many disabled people, trips to A&E or GPs can be quite regular, but the current hospital delays and lack of staff are impacting their overall health and have made them scared. Laura Miller, 50, is no stranger to hospitals, but...
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