🌟 Unpaid Carers: The Unsung Pillars of Our Community 🌟 The Carers Trust has released a powerful article highlighting that the lost labour of unpaid carers could be costing the UK up to £47 billion every year — a staggering reminder of just how vital carers are to our society. At Kingston Carers Network, we see every day the dedication, compassion, and sacrifice that unpaid carers make to support loved ones. Their work often goes unseen, but it keeps families together and our communities strong. This new report calls for urgent action to properly recognise and support unpaid carers — not just with words, but with real change. 💙 Let’s keep raising awareness, supporting one another, and ensuring carers get the recognition and resources they deserve. Read more on the Carers Trust website: https://carers.org/campaigning-for-change/lost-labour-of-unpaid-carers-costs-uk-up-to-47-billion (fb)

🎄✨ Festive Cooking Class for Male Carers! 👨‍🍳🎅 Get ready to stir up some Christmas cheer! Join us for a fun, hands-on cooking class where we’ll be whipping up tasty, healthy recipes to enjoy this festive season — and you can take your delicious creations home with you! 🎁 📅 Saturday 6th December 🕤 9:30 – 11:30am 📍 Searchlight Centre, Kingston Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT3 3RX 🎄 Free to attend – but places are limited! 🍳 A great chance to learn, laugh, and cook together. 📧 Book your spot now: malecarers@kingstoncarers.org.uk Come hungry for fun and festive flavours! 😄🍲 (fb)