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A rain of over 500 carers will form a human rainbow
Carers to form a human rainbow on Silver Jubilee Bridge in Halton
May 19 2011 by Mark Smith, Runcorn and Widnes Weekly News
CARERS in Halton are being invited to form a rainbow on one of the borough’s most recognisable landmarks.
The Rain of Rainbows event will see 500 carers and ex-carers lining up on the footpath of the Silver Jubilee Bridge decked out in all the colours of the rainbow.
Anger after care minister denies shortfall in funding
Anger after care minister denies shortfall in funding
8:00am Wednesday 18th May 2011
A MINISTER sparked anger yesterday when he insisted care for elderly people was enjoying a funding boost – even as scores of councils increase charges and close homes.
Among the local authorities making cuts is Durham County Council, which closed seven care homes last year and is considering increasing charges for daycare services.
Meanwhile, Stockton Borough Council has restricted care to people with substantial needs, denying help to people unable to carry out everyday tasks, such as getting up, bathing, making meals, housework and shopping.
A short film about the work done by the Princess Royal Trust for Carers
A short film about the wonderful work done by the Princess Royal Trust for Carers
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