Joy’s powerful story is the reality for many people across Wales who work hard to balance their own lives and mental health with caring for others. 🫶 Unpaid carers contribute over £162 billion each year to the UK economy, saving the health and social care system from collapse! But there is declining availability of social care and support for these families. Listening to the voices of unpaid carers should be an essential part of any care plan, to support the rights, health and happiness of both the cared-for and carer. With only a passing reference to carers in the recent Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, we urge Welsh Government to hear stories like Joy's and ensure that these valuable members of our communities are supported. 📢 Adferiad is proud to offer support for carers across Wales. To find out more visit: https://adferiad.org/our-services/carers/ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHAW #MHAW2025 (fb)

Unpaid Carers make up over 10% of the population of Wales, so recognising the unique challenges they face and the impact caring responsibilities can have on mental and physical health is key to keeping our communities happy and healthy. 🙌 While caring can be incredibly positive and rewarding, carers are also more likely to struggle with stress, anxiety, loneliness, and isolation, amongst other challenges. Taking time out is vital for keeping carers healthy, for themselves, as well as the ones they care for! ✅ If you’re an unpaid carer in need of some support, click here https://adferiad.org/our-services/carers/ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #mhaw25 #MHAW (fb)