This week's IL newsletter: The Cost of Caring – Behind every unpaid carer is a story of rising costs, lost income, and invisible labour propping up the system. #CostOfCaring #UnpaidCarers #CarersUK #SocialCareCrisis #DisabilityNews #ILnews
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One shaped by political influence and a relentless cost spiral that chips away at peace of mind and security in old age.

#MedicareUnderThreat #CostOfCaring

This week's IL newsletter: The Cost of Caring – Carers UK’s 2025 report reveals the growing emotional, physical and financial strain on #UnpaidCarers. #CostOfCaring #CarersUK #IndependentLiving #ILnews
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New #CostOfCaring report out from @carers-uk.bsky.social

Yep it’s bloody bleak.

We so need a National Carers Strategy ⬇️

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Unpaid carers are at breaking point.

Our new #CostOfCaring report reveals a system stretched to its limit – and it’s carers who are paying the price.

52% are caring for longer hours

49% have cut back on essentials like food and heating

42% say their health has worsened