About The Carers Association
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About The Carers Association

The Carers Association is the national support charity which is dedicated to helping those who look after an ill, frail or disabled relative, partner or friend at home. Their work provides exceptional support to the 161,000 unsung heroes that are family carers, through their network of support groups, counsellors, trainers, relief staff, and in-home respite care.

Caring is not specific to one illness; it is does not have defined path, or duration. It affects families from all walks of life, and is a need created by illness or disability that can last a matter of months, or for a life time. It is something which will affect us all at some stage in our lives - we will all become carers, or be cared for.

All monies raised through registration fees and sponsorship will go directly to The Carers Association, and will be used to support their services in the local communities where each walk takes place.

  • Offer a listening ear answering calls for help and advice on the FREEFONE National Care Line 1800 24 07 24
  • Provide vital in-home respite hours for carers in high dependency situations at times of urgent need
  • Keep the doors open and the kettle on at Carers Resource Centres around Ireland
  • Give information workshops and specialized training on care in the home and practical home care skills
  • Be a source of practical advice, information and help online, through the post and in person
  • Continue to advocate and lobby for a better quality of life for family Carers

To contact the Carers Association, FREEFONE 1800 240724, Email info@carersireland.com or visit http://www.carersireland.com/

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