• Evidence shows that carers provide 96% of care in Wales and save the Welsh services over £8billion. In spite of this important role, Carers can have poorer health, education and financial outcomes than the non-carer population but early identification of carers and support can change this. 
• By thinking carer, thinking family, you can help carers care and get the most out of life.

Principles

Identifying, signposting and supporting in a way that is

• Person centred
• Focuses on a person’s strengths as well as challenges
• Focuses on outcomes / solutions that are important to the person

Learning objectives/outcomes

• Gain and overview of who young and adult carers are
• Gain an overview of the law in relation to young and adult carers
• Explore how to identify young and adult Carers in your role
• Develop ways to recognise value and support young and adult Carers in your role
• Find further sources of information and support

Proposed Dates and times

• 23^rd September 10:30-12:15
• 13^th October 13:30-16:15
• 10^th November 10:30-12:15
• 1^st December 13:30-16:15
• 12^th January 10:30-12:15
• 2^nd February 13:30-16:15

You will have to register for the training. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Training.

Online Zoom platform with breakaway rooms for discussions and learning.

Book your places for via Trent self-service or email pwbotu(at)powys.gov.uk Trainers are Kevin Holcroft and Becky Evans from Credu