What is Carer’s Rights Day?
Carer’s Right Day is an annual event to raise awareness about the rights of unpaid carers in the workplace and community, to help them access the support to which they are entitled. The aim is to empower carers to feel confident in asking for help, as well as inform the public, professionals, and decision makers, about the needs and rights of unpaid carers, such as flexible working, time off for emergencies, and protection from discrimination.
When is Carers Rights Day?
This year, Carer’s Rights Day is on Thursday 20 November and the theme is ‘Know your rights, use your rights’.
How can I learn more?
To find out more about the rights of carers, support available, and research providing further information, you can visit the Carers UK website. There is also specific information about Carer’s Rights Day 2025.
What support is there?
There is information about financial support you may be entitled to on the University of Kent website. There is also information about support groups for carers in Kent on the Carers’ Support East Kent website and the Carers First website.
How can I give support?
There are many ways to offer support. For advice on donating, fundraising, volunteering, and other ways to provide support, you can visit the Carers UK website. There is also information on the Carers’ Support East Kent and the Carers First website.