Telford & Wrekin Council launches All Age Carers Strategy Consultation
Telford & Wrekin Council have launched the All Age Carers Strategy consultation, asking carers of all ages to share their feedback on the draft five year plan for services and support across the borough.
To take part in the consultation, local carers of any age can visit thecouncil’s website or request a paper copy or alternative accessible formats ofthe survey by emailing allagecarers@telford.gov.uk or calling 01952 380536(Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm).
The consultation period will run for nine weeks, finishing on Friday 21June 2024 at 5pm.
The consultation process will invite carers of all ages to share theirexperiences, insights, and recommendations so that local services can cater totheir needs. By working with carers to develop the All Age Carers Strategy, thecouncil and its partners - Telford and Wrekin CVS, Telford & Wrekin All AgeCarers Centre, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Shropshire, Telford andWrekin Integrated Care System – aim to foster a collaborative approach thatreflects the diverse perspectives and priorities of the local carer community.
Cllr Paul Watling, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and HealthSystems, said: “1 in 10 of the borough’s population - roughly 18,000 people -reported that they were providing unpaid care in 2021, a higher proportion thanthe national and regional averages.
“Carers play a crucial role in the social care system by providingessential support to their loved ones. It's essential that we continue tocollaborate with partners and local organisations to ensure effective supportfor carers.
“With this in mind, we need a strategy that identifies areas importantto carers, ensuring resources are used where carers of all ages need them themost. This consultation will give carers the opportunity to tell us how we canhelp make a positive difference to their lives.”
Cllr Shirley Reynolds, Cabinet Member for Early Years, Children andYoung People, commented: “We recognise that carers in Telford and Wrekin can beof any age - both children and adults.
“Throughout the consultation, we will work with carers to influence,shape and design the support that they need, ensuring support is accessible,affordable, varied and reaching communities where it is most needed.
“No matter your age, your feedback is important and appreciated to helpus create the right path forward for carers across the borough.”
Cllr Kelly Middleton, Cabinet Member for Healthy, Safer & StrongerCommunities and Partnerships, said: “Prevention and early intervention are keyfactors to help avoid the need for care and support.
"This involves offering information and guidance, assisting withmental health and well-being, advocating for healthy and active lifestyles, andalleviating loneliness and isolation.
“By using your feedback, we can make sure that the All Age CarersStrategy sets out a positive action plan that has carers’ wellbeing right atthe heart of everything we do.”
To find out more about the All Age Carers Strategy Consultation, pleasevisit www.telford.gov.uk/allagecarers.
