Take a detailed look at the main issues affecting care workers - our sector's greatest assets. Read more
The Care Workers' Charity is dedicated to helping current and former care workers. Help is offered in the form of crisis grants, and online information and advice. Read more
We will consider applications for financial assistance from people who have worked in a paid role in the UK's care sector and are involved in or support the provision of care. Read more
Hardship grants awarded in 2018
The number of care workers, making up one of Britain's largest workforces
Agreed or strongly agreed that the grant prevented them from falling into financial hardship
Our Partners programme was established to get us closer to the care workers we support. By allowing care groups to show their commitment to the sector, we are able to provide crisis grants and develop additional services to keep the UK caring.
Are you a caring person who enjoys helping those in need? If so, care work may be your perfect career.
The Care Workers' Charity provides crisis grants to social care professionals. We strive to ensure that no care worker faces financial hardship alone.
We are excited to publish another poem from our care worker writing competition. This poem was submitted by Rebecca Skermer and provides a touching account of what it means to work in care. Read more
The Awards were introduced to acknowledge and reward the exceptional contributions of some of our most dedicated supporters; people whose help might otherwise go unrecognised. Read more
This heartwarming story was written by Julie Burt at Elizabeth Finn Care Homes in Halliwell, Tunbridge Wells. Julie beautifully documented a surprise dinner, organised for Florence, a 92 year old resident. Read more