Solihull Carers
solihullcarers.bsky.social
Solihull Carers
@solihullcarers.bsky.social
We are a charity with a mission to support unpaid carers of all ages in Solihull.

Website: solihullcarers.org
Our Links: https://solihullcarers.org/links-and-social-media/
THANK YOU 🌟 to Rotary Club of Solihull St Alphege for generously sourcing 40 tickets to The Wizard of Oz at BP Pulse Live, Birmingham. Thanks to your kindness, families of young carers will be able to enjoy some much-needed quality time together this Christmas.
November 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
1 WEEK TO GO!

If you’re an unpaid carer in Solihull, come along and find out what support is available to you. Local services will be on hand to share information, advice, and friendly guidance. Everyone’s welcome to drop in!

#carersrightsday #solihull #unpaidcarers
November 12, 2025 at 10:03 AM
A Carer’s Assessment is a chance to talk about how caring affects your life, what’s working well, and what support could make things easier.

You can find out more about carers assessments in our guide - buff.ly/Ovl65tB #carersrightsday #unpaidcarer #Solihull
November 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM
💛 Befriending Week 💛
We all need someone to talk to. Our telephone befriending service offers a safe, supportive space to share your worries or just have a chat!

Call us today on 0121 788 1143 to connect.

#BefriendingWeek #CarerSupport #CarersTrust
November 6, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Calling all our young carers 📣

Join us for some fun activities and meet other young carers. No need to book, just drop in and see us!

#youngcarersupport #solihull
November 4, 2025 at 12:25 PM
You have a right to be consulted when the person you care for is being discharged from hospital.

#unpaidcarers #carersrightsday
November 3, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Huge thanks to@SydneyMitchell_ for raising £5,000 at their amazing Charity Ball, supporting us and @MarieCurieUK! 🙌

They’ll also join our Carers Rights Day events to offer free advice for carers, we’re so grateful for your ongoing support! 💙
October 31, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Join us and Solihull Parent Carer Voice to find out more about the EHCP process and have your questions answered.

#ParentCarerSupport #EHCP
October 30, 2025 at 10:52 AM
A snap of some of our carers enjoying a night out at @coretheatresol 🎭

#respite #unpaidcarers
October 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Support and advice for parent carers 📌

Join us and Solihull Parent Carer Voice to find out more about the EHCP process and the support available to you.

#ParentCarers #ehcplan #Solihull
October 28, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Find out what support is available for unpaid carers living in Solihull.

We will be joined by a variety of organisations who will be giving free advice on a range of topics to support you in your caring role.

#carersrights #unpaidcarers #solihull
October 24, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Find out what support is available for unpaid carers living in Solihull.

We will be joined by a variety of organisations who will be giving free advice on a range of topics to support you in your caring role.

#carersrights #unpaidcarers #solihull
October 23, 2025 at 1:25 PM
GOOD NEWS!

Our website is back up and running 🎉
October 22, 2025 at 12:36 PM
We are having some tech issues!

In the meantime, if you need any advice or support our phone line is still open 0121 788 1143. We will let you know when we are back up and running.
October 21, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Happy Diwali to all of our carers celebrating 🕯️
October 20, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Flu season is here! ❄️

Unpaid carers are eligible for a free flu jab. Protect yourself and the person you care for! Contact your GP or local pharmacy to find out more.

#FluJab #CarersSupport
October 17, 2025 at 2:21 PM
"Know your rights, use your rights"📣

This years Carers Rights Day theme highlights the importance of empowering unpaid carers by ensuring they understand their legal rights regarding employment, social care assessments, and more, and feel confident using them.

#carersrightsday #carersupport
October 15, 2025 at 12:24 PM
🎃 Spooky fun at our Young Carer Club Drop-Ins this month!
We celebrated Halloween with pumpkin painting, spooky art, and lots of laughter! 👻

Want to join the fun? Our next Young Carer Clubs are Thursday 6th Nov at Hatchford Brook we’d love to see you there!

#youngcarers
October 14, 2025 at 1:38 PM
GREAT NEWS! 🎉
Carers Trust Solihull have once again been awarded Solihull Council’s All-Age Carer Support Service contract!

“We are thrilled to have won this competitive tender, ensuring the future of our essential local charity.” — CEO Brandon Scott-Omenka

#UnpaidCarers #Solihull #CarerSupport
October 13, 2025 at 2:46 PM
A huge thank you to Our Lady of the Wayside for inviting our Peer Mentors Charlotte and Layla to meet their wonderful Young Carer Group!

#youngcarersupport #peermentors
October 9, 2025 at 10:30 AM
📣 JOIN US FOR CARERS RIGHTS DAY 📣

Having the right support at the right time can make the world of difference if you are caring for someone. We invite you to drop into one of our events to find out what support is available.

#CarersRightsDay #unpaidcarers #carersupport
October 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Many CONGRATULATIONS to Our Lady of the Wayside school for gaining their Young Carers in School Award. 🎉 Mrs Lloyd and team are dedicated to make sure the needs of the young carers are met in school.

#youngcarers #solihull #schoolawards
October 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Do you help care for a family member or friend and live in Solihull?
Join us for our monthly meet up and have some time out and meet other carers.☕
#carersupport #respite
October 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Carers Rights Day is around the corner! 📌

We are busy making plans to take part in this vital annual campaign to raise awareness of carers rights and what support is available for them.

Watch this space 👀

#carersrights #unpaidcarers #solihull
October 2, 2025 at 12:50 PM
🎉 Great news! We’ve received £20,000 fromThe National Lottery Community Fund to continue our peer mentoring project for young carers (up to 25) 💙 Mentors use lived experience to support others, reduce isolation & build brighter futures. Huge thanks @TNLComFund #NationalLottery
October 1, 2025 at 10:22 AM