Working (unpaid) Carers Network
An unpaid carer is a person of any age who cares, unpaid, for a family member or friend who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without your support.
We recognise that there is a wide range of people that colleagues could be caring for. This network is a non-judgemental space where a diverse range of experiences are welcome. This includes those with a range of different family/social set-ups including chosen family. Recognising the importance of chosen family can be particularly important for LGBT+ colleagues, as well as benefitting many others too.
The Working (unpaid) Carers Network is a group run by and for Council employees who care for a family member or friend and identify as an unpaid carer. The network sets out to discuss and share relevant topics and put forward ideas to help shape Council services and consider issues affecting all working carer employees.
It aims to provide a safe and supportive space for employees to share their experiences.
The network is here to build a community for working carer employees through advice, discussion and where appropriate feedback to the Council and wider community.
The network will provide up-to-date information on community support and any changes in legislation for working carers.