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Norman Lamb writes: Time to change
Time to Change and end the stigma and discrimination that faces people with mental health problems
Over the next few weeks’ telly-watching you may see adverts encouraging people to talk about mental health. For those of you that can’t wait, you can watch them online here. These adverts are part of the Time to Change campaign, England’s biggest ever attempt to end the stigma and discrimination that faces people with mental health problems. This is a brilliant campaign. I remember speaking at its launch back in 2008. In the time since then, it has made a real difference.
Pamper day for carers
Carers are appreciated
CARERS’ EVENT … from left, Maria Laben, Pat High and Sheila Stephenson.
A CHARITY’S headquarters was turned into a mini-health spa to give people, who spend their time caring for others, a treat.
Age UK South Tyneside in Beach Road, South Shields, opened its doors to 15 carers who were given the star treatment.
The event, organised as part of South Tyneside’s Older People’s Festival, was aimed at showing how much those who look after others are appreciated.
During the day carers were treated to lunch, courtesy of The Red Hut chippy in Ocean Road, South Shields, as well as spa sessions, which included a free hand massage and mini manicure from volunteer Jean Turnbull and beautician Julie Murtha.
John Briers, chief executive of Age UK South Tyneside, said: “All of our events aim to raise awareness of the exciting opportunities available to over 50s to promote independence and increase social inclusion.
Carer shares views with politicians
CARERS from Inverclyde say their concerns are being taken seriously by the Scottish Parliament.
Eric Baxter • Published 13 Oct 2012 14:00
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HELPING CARERS: Christina Boyd and Duncan McNeil MSP at the Carers Parliament.
CARERS from Inverclyde say their concerns are being taken seriously by the Scottish Parliament.
The first ‘Carers Parliament’ took place at Holyrood attended by carers from Shetland to Dumfries.
Greenock carer Christina Boyd said ministers, MSPs, senior doctors and heads of social work all listened to the challenges that are faced by carers who also outlined the changes needed to improve their lives and the lives of those they care for.
Ms Boyd said: “The Carers Parliament shows that issues facing Scottish carers are being taken seriously and it gave us a chance to tell the people at the top what really matters.
“We often feel ignored and think that politicians and professionals make decisions without considering our point of view.”
She added: “I hope the Carers Parliament will help to change all that.
