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We place Carers at the centre of everything we do, providing services that make a positive impact on their lives.

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We offer our services in lots of different ways to increase accessibility – online, by phone, text, email, in-person (pandemic permitting) and via Live Chat.

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We help Carers by providing information about services, benefits and legal rights.

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We support Carers by providing a listening ear.

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We raise awareness of Carers, their needs and rights.

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We reduce isolation by connecting Carers at drop-ins, support groups, social activities, training workshops and through our online Carers Forum.

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We reduce stress by helping Carers plan ahead for emergencies so they have peace of mind that the person they look after will be OK.

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Through our Carers Hospital Service, we help Carers to access appropriate support for themselves and the person they look after; making hospital stays and discharges smoother.

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We help Carers to identify and access the support they need to continue in their caring role by carrying out Carer’s Needs Assessments on behalf of Kent County Council.

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We provide services that Carers want, by involving them in planning and development through our Carers Advisory Group.

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We respond to changing needs. When Coronavirus hit we took our support groups and drop-ins online, adding Live Chat and a Carer Forum to our website.

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We offer a holistic approach to meeting Carers’ needs, by working closely with other services and professionals.

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We help people to identify that they are a Carer so they can access services available to them.

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We support Young Adult Carers to provide stability for their future, by helping them navigate employment training opportunities (in partnership with schools and colleges).

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We aim to engage Carers as early as possible by encouraging health, social care and educational professionals to identify and refer Carers to our services.

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We champion Carers at every opportunity by engaging with national campaigns, media, policymakers and MPs.

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We support employers to develop Carer-friendly policies and workplaces.

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We actively engage and empower Young Adult Carers to improve their life skills and increase their resilience.

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We’re there for Carers during challenging times and crises to help them navigate the best outcome for them.

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We take our duty to ensure the safety and wellbeing of Carers and the people they care for seriously.