Unpaid carers in Derbyshire can find support, information and advice at a number of information events for Carers Week 2023.

The national campaign starts on Monday 5 June and aims to raise awareness of the support available for unpaid carers and the huge contribution they make to their families, communities and society.

Derbyshire County Council is backing several events being run during Carers Week in partnership with Derbyshire Carers Association which support more than 12,000 carers a year.

Events in Derbyshire 

Hosted by Derbyshire Carers Association (DCA): 01773 833833

• Celebration of Diversity: Monday 5 June, 10am-2pm, County Hall, Matlock, DE4 3AG.
• Understanding Dementia information session: Tuesday 6 June, 10.30am, online via Zoom.
• Carers Rights at Work information event: Tuesday 6 June, 1-1.30pm, online via Zoom.
• Carers Festival: Saturday 10 June, 11am-3pm, Snitterton Rd, Matlock DE4 2JG. Enjoy a day of live music, stalls, family-friendly games, bouncy castle, food and drink.

Find out more information about the events at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/carersweek

Derbyshire County Council Cabinet Member for Adult Care Councillor Natalie Hoy said: “Derbyshire carers play an invaluable role supporting and looking after their loved ones and we want to ensure they have the support they need.

“We hope carers will use this year’s Carers Week to make useful connections and find out what’s available for them locally.”

Residents can find more information about caring for someone and local support services at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/carers

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