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Welcome to the June 2011 issue of the Turn2us e-bulletin for intermediaries. The focus is on carers this month in recognition of Carers Week (13-19 June). Read on to find out why Turn2us research has demonstrated the urgent need for all of us to raise awareness of the benefits and support available to carers, such as Carer's Allowance.
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A new Turn2us survey has revealed that large numbers of carers are not receiving Carer’s Allowance. At the same time, nearly a third of those surveyed said they were regularly skipping meals to make ends meet.
Read our press release about the Turn2us carers' research
During Carers Week, Turn2us invited questions for its current Ask an Expert session on benefits and support for carers. A selection of answers will be published on the Turn2us website on Wednesday 22 June.
Find out more about Ask an Expert
Free half-day Turn2us intermediary workshops in Durham (30 September) and Exeter (14-15 July and 7 October) have now been added to our 2011 training schedule. If you are working in these areas and would like to know more about maximising your clients' income through benefits and grants, why not register now?
Reserve a place on one of our intermediary workshops
Do you support people in financial need who work or have previously worked in the hospitality industry and need to find funding to help them? Hospitality Action, the trade charity for the hospitality industry, is actively seeking new applications from eligible individuals for its grants programme.
Find out more about Hospitality Action
Are you wanting to commission and develop personalised services for carers? Then visit the Carers' Hub, an innovative online resource developed by Crossroads Care and the Princess Royal Trust for Carers. By showcasing original and novel practice examples from across the UK, the site aims to inspire anyone working with carers to develop creative ways to provide support.
Visit the Carers' Hub (link opens in a new window)
Turn2us helps people in financial need and those who support them access welfare benefits, grants and other financial help – via its accessible website, free, independent, confidential helpline and services for intermediaries. It is part of the charity, Elizabeth Finn Care.
Date of publication: June 2011
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