When Michael Challis-Brown lost his dad, he also faced an avalanche of decisions about his mum’s care. Here, he shares the emotional impact of becoming a carent overnight—and how more support is needed for adults suddenly thrust into this role.
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When Shelagh Murray’s parents suffered falls, she became one of the UK’s four million carents. Here, she shares how stepping away from work to care for them changed her life—and how she found a way forward.
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Founder of Carents, Dr Jackie Gray, joined BBC Radio Stoke to share practical guidance for families facing the decision of choosing a care home.
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Carents is partnering with university students to explore how fashion can better support those with care needs. Share your experience in our short survey and help us advocate for adaptive, dignified and stylish clothing for older loved ones.
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New research has found that the shingles vaccine could reduce the risk of dementia in older adults. We break down the findings, how it might work, and what it means for Carents – adult children caring for ageing parents.
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April brings another blow to older people and their families, as utility bills rise again. With many carents reducing work hours to care for their parents, and older people spending more time at home, the impact is severe. In response, Carents® is hosting a free webinar with Yorkshire Energy Doctor to offer support and advice.
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We’re delighted to share that Carents® has won the Fairer Opportunities award as part of the Cadent Congratulates Awards – recognising our commitment to making life fairer and more supported for adult children caring for ageing parents.
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This deeply moving letter from a daughter to her mum, now in a care home with dementia, shines a light on the emotional reality of being a carent.
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At Carents, we believe that every woman deserves to be celebrated, and Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day are the perfect times to do so.
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To ensure your loved one doesn’t face unexpected energy costs or heating problems, here’s what you need to know and the actions you need to take.
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Dr Jackie Gray, founder of Carents®, appeared on BBC News to discuss Carents®’ role in the IMPACT programme
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Carents® have been successful in its bid to be part of IMPACT (Improving Adult Care Together), the UK Centre for Implementing Evidence in Adult Social...
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