You may have seen on the news that the government today announced that it will undertake a Carer’s Allowance Reassessment Exercise to review overpayments charged to carers, following an independent review. We know this may cause some concern and confusion amongst...
Caring for someone often brings financial pressures that are hard to talk about. Many carers experience reduced income, increased household costs, and uncertainty about benefits or debt — all while juggling significant emotional and practical responsibilities. If this...
Winter often brings some extra challenges. Between managing your care responsibilities and coping with rising energy costs, making sure that you are staying warm feels like another difficult decision. But keeping warm isn’t just about comfort—it’s about health,...
It’s Christmas time again. I don’t know about you, but I find the whole process of present giving very stressful. Some people are very difficult to buy for. This year, as in the past few years I have also been faced with buying a present for my aunt – who has...
Winter can be a challenging season for carers. Shorter days, colder weather, and the demands of caring responsibilities often combine to create feelings of fatigue and isolation. Amid these pressures, the Danish concept of hygge offers a refreshing perspective—a way...
