Carers Week 2025 (9th–15th June) is a time to highlight the incredible contributions of unpaid carers across the UK, and here in North East Lincolnshire, we have every reason to celebrate the dedication, resilience, and compassion of those who provide vital care to loved ones.
This year’s theme is ‘Caring About Equality’. It highlights the inequalities faced by unpaid carers, including financial hardship, social isolation, and the impact on mental and physical health. Too often, carers sacrifice opportunities in education, employment, and personal growth due to their caring responsibilities.
Carers Week is a crucial opportunity to raise awareness and advocate for better support systems that ensure carers are recognised, valued, and empowered.
How are we celebrating and supporting carers in North East Lincolnshire?
Across North East Lincolnshire, organisations and community groups are coming together to host events that provide carers with connection, and recognition. Here are some of the events taking place across our area:
10th June 2025 13:00 to 15:00 – Carers’ Support Service – Service Consultation Event at Centre4 Wootton Road, Grimsby
11th June 2025 10:00 to 13:00 – Carers Week Celebration and Information Event at the Memorial Hall, Grimsby Road, Cleethorpes
11th June 2025 13:30 to 16:30 – De-escalation When Caring for Loved One (Day one of a two-day course)
12th June 2025 10:00 to 12:00 – Focus Carers Direct Payment Information Session at Focus, Heritage House, Fisherman’s Wharf, Grimsby DN31 1SY
12th June 2025 13:00 to 14:30 – Focus Drop-In at Carers Support Service
13th June 2025 09:45 – 12:00 – “Fill Your Own Cup First” – Hosted by Carers’ Voice at The Assembly Rooms, Grimsby Town Hall, Grimsby
What support is available for carers of adults in North East Lincolnshire?
Carers Assessments
All carers have the right to request an assessment of their needs, known as a ‘Carers Assessment.’ This is separate from any assessment the person you care for may receive. The term ‘assessment’ can sound scary, but it is just a conversation.
If eligible needs are identified, a support plan will be put in place to help you in your caring role. You can request a Carers Assessment regardless of whether the person you care for is receiving an assessment themselves.
The support available depends on individual circumstances, but an assessment can explore:
- Access to local support groups
- Assistance with your caring responsibilities
- Options for taking a break from your caring role
- Contingency planning for unexpected situations
If you would like to discuss your caring role or request a Carers Assessment, you can contact Focus Adult Social Work on 01472 256256 (Option 2).
The Social Care Handbook can give you more information and advice on the process of an assessment and the eligibility criteria.
Live Well
The Carers Information Hub has helpful information, advice and links to support services for carers in North East Lincolnshire.
The Carers’ Support Service
The Carers’ Support Service (01472 242277) provides a range of advice, information and signposting as well as practical and emotional support.
Carers Wellbeing Worker Service, Care Plus Group
The Carers Wellbeing Team (01472 571120) support carers who help people over the age of 60, or who have a learning or physical disability.
They provide regular contact with carers. This can be through face-to-face visits in their homes, in the community, telephone or by email. Contacts can be weekly, monthly or whatever the carer feels they need at any stage in their journey. The contact and support also continue when their cared-for moves to supported housing or into permanent care.
They provide emotional and practical support. For example, support with attending meetings, completing paperwork, and signposting them to other organisations that provide further help.
Support Exploring Benefits
The following services can help advise carers on what financial support they may be entitled to:
- Age UK 01472 344976 (option 1 for Grimsby and option 2 for Cleethorpes)
- Citizens Advice Bureau – 01472 236675
- Centre4 – 01472 236688
- Jobcentre Plus – 0800 169 0190
- Pensions Service – 0800 731 7898
This provides an overview of the support available in North East Lincolnshire. However, if you require further guidance, please contact Focus Adult Social Work at 01472 256256 (Option 2). Our team offers personalised advice tailored to your individual circumstances and can assist you in accessing the appropriate support
