To mark the start of Carers Week (9-15 June), Solihull Council has published its updated Carers’ Strategy and action plan for the next two years. This sets out how the Council will support the estimated 20,000 adults, young people and children in the borough who have caring responsibilities for a family member or friend.
Cllr Karen Grinsell, Leader of the Council and cabinet member for Children’s Services, acknowledges the valuable feedback from Solihull Carers’ Forum which has helped to refresh the strategy and plan. “We understand that carers in Solihull face significant challenges and supporting carers of all ages is a priority for the Council. We must design and deliver services that are fair, inclusive and responsive to the needs of carers and the people they support.
“Carers Week is a powerful reminder of the vital role that our unpaid carers play. We must ensure that carers of all ages are seen, supported and celebrated in Solihull.”
Councillor Tony Dicicco, cabinet member for Adult Social Care and Health, continues: “Over the last year we have been working hard to improve the support we offer people with caring responsibilities. For example, we have increased access to our respite services so that more carers get time to support their own wellbeing. Carers tell us that these services provide real moments of relief and renewal for them.
“We are here to help carers look after their own health and wellbeing. Please make the most of what’s on offer to support you. Visit the Council website to read about support for adult carers and young carers or to read the updated Carers’ Strategy and action plan.”