CHARITY, Carers Resource is planning a range of events and activities in Craven to mark Carers Week, which runs from Monday, June 6.

The charity supports unpaid carers; anyone who looks after a family member or friend who has a disability, mental or physical illness, addiction or frailty.

The theme of this year’s Carers Week is ‘making caring visible, valued and supported’.

Several different events are planned, with the aim of providing fun, friendship and support to local carers.

Chris Whiley, Carers’ Resource CEO, said: “We have supported carers throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and we’ve seen the huge impact these tough times have had on the lives of carers and their loved ones.

“We are delighted we are now able to offer more and more face-to-face groups and activities, which are an important part of helping carers feel valued and supported.

“During Carers Week we have a great range of events taking place, which we hope carers will find relaxing and enjoyable.

“We’ll also be getting out and about in our communities to raise awareness and visibility of carers – and help people recognise themselves as carers so they can access much-needed support.

“It’s more important than ever to raise awareness of the incredible contribution unpaid carers make to families and communities.”

Highlights during the week include a wellbeing event for carers. 'Re-filling your own jug' will including practical demonstrations and information for carers to replenish their own energy.It will take place on Wednesday June 8, at Carers’ Resource, Ronaldsway House, Brook Street, Skipton, from 9.30am to 4pm.

Other events in Craven include a carers’ group with Pioneer Projects, at Bentham Library from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Monday June 6, and a Skipton Allotment Group meeting for carers, on Friday June 10 from 10am to 12 noon at Middletown Allotments.

Carers’ Resource staff will also be at Tesco in Skipton on Thursday June 9, from 10am to 2pm, to chat to carers and members of the public.

To find out more visit: www.carersresource.org/carers-week-2022, or call Carers’ Resource on 01274 449660.