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Closed 31/07/2020
Swindon Carers Centre

Carers Week 2020: Walk A Mile

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of the vital role unpaid carers play within communities. This year's theme is 'Making Caring Visible'. Join us in a week's worth of activities and take part in our fundraiser: Walk A Mile.
£650
raised of £1,000 target
by 12 supporters
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Closed on 31/07/2020
RCN 1061116

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Every year, we celebrate Carers Week by holding our annual event, Walk a Mile, to raise awareness for the incredible work unpaid Carers do 24/7.

This year, due to the current lockdown, we're not able to gather together to walk through Swindon with carers, supporters and fundraisers in the same way.

Instead, we're planning a week of activities to raise awareness (which you can join in with at home) ending with a 'Walk A Mile' with a difference.

For details of these activities go to: www.swindoncarers.org.uk/join-in-with-carers-week-2020/

This year's Walk A Mile takes place on Saturday June 13th. You can take part virtually (by walking round your home or garden) or you can choose to walk a mile in your local community while social distancing.

Get in touch and tell us your plans by connecting with us on Twitter or Facebook, or e-mailing carers@swindoncarers.org.uk.

About the charity

Swindon Carers Centre

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RCN 1061116
The mission of Swindon Carers Centre (SCC) is to improve the well-being of people with caring responsibilities in and around Swindon, creating a community where carers are recognised, valued and supported. It is part of the Carers Trust Network, and was established to provide help and support to the 21,000 carers in Swindon. SCC has a team of professionals and trained volunteers, who provide a wide range of support and services to carers of all ages: • Assessing carers’ needs on an individual basis and draw up support plans to reduce the impact of caring on their lives. This includes young carers aged between 5 and 18 • Providing breaks – a few hours of respite for carers and families • Running a range of self-help groups for carers, giving them the opportunity to meet with other carers and share information and advice • Working in partnership with schools to support young carers to fulfill their potential • Offering training courses to groups of carers based on their needs • Delivering an Emergency Card scheme to offer carers peace of mind • Running a Welfare and Benefits Advice service to support carers (and the people they care for) who are facing financial difficulties and may be eligible for welfare benefits but are not claiming them. Benefits Advisors assess carers’ eligibility for benefits based on their individual circumstances and needs.

Donation summary

Total raised
£650.00
+ £160.00 Gift Aid
Online donations
£650.00
Offline donations
£0.00
Direct donations
£650.00
Donations via fundraisers
£0.00

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