Improving the 'lot' of carers

As far as we are aware, Advocare - Caring for Carers is the only independent, not for profit organisation in the country that is

• Run by carers for carers and former carers;
• Dedicated to supporting and empowering them and
• Enabling them to have a free, independent voice.

We believe that only with enhanced status can the voice of unpaid carers, especially those who are sole advocates for vulnerable people, be strengthened and their 'lot' improved. To bring about this sea-change for carers we intend to:

• Acquire full charitable status for Advocare;
• Ensure Advocare retains its financial independence;
• Ensure Advocare maintains its integrity;
• Extend and develop our Poole-based Caring for Carers service on a national basis;
• Develop Advocare's Charter for Carers to enhance the status of carers and enable them to deal with their concerns more effectively.

For more details on the sea-change we are endeavouring to bring about in order to improve the 'lot' of carers, please call our Caring for Carers line: (01202) 737592.