The Care Workers Charity

Winter Tips for Care Assistants

The winter months can be difficult for a lot of us, especially those working in care. Regardless of the weather conditions, customers still require care and it is the responsibility of care assistants to ensure they get the support they need, when they need it. Carrying out a busy day of calls can be extremely challenging in the colder months, but there are some helpful precautions you can take to make sure you are well prepared.Read more

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Snowdon at Night Challenge

Last year almost 90 participants completed our Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge raising over £35,000. Help raise essential funds for The Care Workers Charity by joining this year's walking challenge!Read more

Sky's the limit

We are delighted to share an inspiring story submitted to our writing competition by Sue Ann Balcombe. Sue Ann is the General Manager at the Priscilla Wakefield House care home. Thank you for sharing your incredible story, Sue Ann!Read more

Kate and Vincent's Story

Kate's son Vincent, who has autism, needed a safe space to play at home. After applying for a Disabled Facilities Grant and being awarded a CWC grant, Kate can make her garden safe for Vincent to enjoy water games and trampolining.Read more

Our Greatest Asset and Most Fragile Force

In this guest post, Dr Donald Macaskill, CEO of Scottish Care, examines the role of care staff and the critical part they play within the industry and community at large.Read more

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10 Ways That Technology Can Help You Deliver Better Care

Mobile phones are magical. Not only can we do our weekly shop, but also navigate around busy cities, pay our taxes and send messages across the world! And while many industries have been reborn using such wizardry, social care has yet to catch up with the level of technology currently available.Read more

The Importance of Good Nutrition for the Older Community

In this article, Helen Willis, Dietitian at apetito and Wiltshire Farm Foods examines the common issues around nutrition in the older community. Click here to learn more.Read more

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Winter Tips for Care Assistants

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South Coast Cycle

This stunning cycling challenge will see us ride 156 miles along the South East Coast, from Southampton to New Romney, whilst raising funds for The Care Workers Charity.

Snowdon at Night

Trekking Mount Snowdon (1,085m) during the daytime forms a great challenge but using torches to light our way and having the moon as our backdrop, summiting at night brings another sense of achievement to an already recognised charity trek.

Health and Social Care Services: The Essential Guide (2018)

Knowing exactly what UK health and social care services you can access can be confusing. Click here to discover your options.

Hardship Grant

The Care Workers Charity provides hardship grants to care industry professionals, and strives to ensure that no care worker faces financial hardship alone.

Care Worker Writing Competition

Care workers go the extra mile every day and these stories recognise that vital work. Not only do they demonstrate the passion and dedication of the care community but its positive impact on some of the most vulnerable groups in society.

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Care Workers' Guide (2018)

Are you a caring person who enjoys helping those in need? If so, care work may be your perfect career.

Our Story

The Care Workers Charity is dedicated to helping current and former care workers. Help is offered in the form of hardship grants, and online information and advice.

18 Qualities That Make an Exceptional Care Worker

Care work is a hugely rewarding, yet at times, challenging profession. Which is why the role requires a special type of person. In this article, we'll explore the essential qualities and personality traits for a career in care work.

Palliative Care: A Helpful Guide (2018)

Being diagnosed with an incurable illness is a traumatic time, both for the individual concerned and their loved ones. At such an emotional time, it can be hard to focus on getting the care and support you need. Let's take a look at your options.

CWC Partners

CWC Partners Programme was established to get us closer to the care workers we support, allowing care groups to show their commitment to the sector and enabling us to provide hardship grants and keep the UK caring.