About Carers Voice

Your voice matters

The contribution that unpaid carers make to their families, local communities, and nationally is enormous.

Yet, we know that all too often, carers feel unseen and undervalued.

Carers’ Voice aims to change this.

What is Carers' Voice?

Carers' Voice brings together those with experience of caring, who want to make change happen.

It's an opportunity for people who know the unique nature of the caring role to have their voices heard and influence service providers and key decision-makers in the area.

Members communicate with local and national organisations, particularly professional services in the area including Bath and North East Somerset Council and the RUH. 

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What carers are saying

Hear what our carers are saying about Carers' Voice and why they get involved

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"I joined Carers' Voice to make a difference"

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"It's empowering, especially if you feel like you have lost a lot of power due to your caring role"

Adult carer Carers' Voice

"You can have an interaction with an individual or organisation and know that you made a difference"

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How you might be involved

Some current and recent activities Carers’ Voice have been involved in:

  • Taking part in student social work training at Bath University

  • Working with BathNES Council to create their new carer strategy

  • Being part of a radio show broadcast on Somer Valley FM

  • Attending a meeting to discuss 'carer passports' in hospitals

  • Influencing the design of our 30th anniversary logos and changes to our print publication, Caretime.

Carers' Voice FAQs

Carers’ Voice is about making sure unpaid carers are heard and can influence the support and services that affect them. Below you’ll find answers to common questions about how Carers’ Voice works, how to get involved and how your feedback helps shape local decisions.

Where do the Carers' Voice meetings take place?

Our Carers' Voice meetings are held in person at The Carers' Centre in Bath, you also have the option to join virtually via Zoom.

How much time do I need to dedicate?

You can dedicate as much time as you like! There are no commitments and you can be involved in as much or as little as you are able.

Can I just be involved with things that interest me?

Yes of course! We want you to have comment on the things that are important to you. You are in control of what you want to do.