Shaping Services for Carers Across North Lincolnshire
We empower carers to advocate for better local services, addressing issues that impact their lives, health, and well-being.
Championing Carer Rights
Carers in Partnership (CIP) was established in 2009 to support unpaid carers in North Lincolnshire who provide care for adults or children with additional needs. Since then, the Partnership has evolved and now works with partners in health, education, and social care to improve services for carers and those they care for.
We help carers voice concerns that affect their lives, health, and well-being, often related to challenges faced by those they care for. We work closely with North Lincolnshire Council, NLaG, RDaSH, local schools, colleges, and Carer Support Services. Our goal is ensuring carers’ opinions are heard by the agencies that commission and shape services, creating positive change.
Carers in Partnership meets once a month, enabling carers to contribute to policy development, influence and shape changes, and learn about new initiatives that may benefit them.
CIP also partners with North Lincolnshire Council to create the strategy document outlining how to best support the most vulnerable residents in the region.
Advocating for Carers Since 2009
Carers in Partnership (CiP) is made up of Carers, former Carers and professionals from local organisations including North Lincolnshire Council and North Lincolnshire NHS, RDaSH, Healthwatch, HNY ICB and Carers Support Agencies. The CiP gives Carers an opportunity to work collaboratively with partners, actively shaping and influencing service delivery, as well as helping to set the local agenda for Carers and influence strategic direction. By working together, the CiP helps to contribute to improved outcomes for Carers as well as the people that they care for.
Raising Awareness
Highlighting issues that matter to Carers with agencies who can make a difference.
Partnership Working
We work closely with the Local Authority, NLaG, RDaSH, HNY ICB and Carers’ Support Service.
Making a Difference
CiP have completed many projects that benefit Carers in North Lincolnshire.
Did you know…
- There are around 15,430 carers in North Lincolnshire. This means that almost 10% of local people are unpaid carers.
- Carers save the government nearly a billion pounds a year in health and social care services just in North Lincolnshire.
- The North Lincolnshire Carers Strategy 2022-26 was coproduced with people who have lived experience of caring. Their commitment helps improve the lives and wellbeing of thousands of local carers.
Could you be the next Co-Chair of CIP?
Would you like to play a significant role in shaping local services for Carers? We have an exciting opportunity to be an ambassador and champion for Carers in North Lincolnshire.
To find out more email [email protected].
Working for all Carers Across North Lincolnshire
Whether you look after a family member, friend or neighbour with an illness or disability, mental health condition or addiction, unpaid, because they can’t manage day to day without your support, you are a Carer.
Josh
Josh is a young Carer he supports mum in managing the household; cooking for his siblings and cleaning. He struggles to get his homework done as he has so much to do in the day.
Ken
Ken is an adult Carer who cares for his wife, Sue, she was diagnosed with Parkinsons some years ago. The role for Ken has progressed over time and he has slowly taken on more in the house, as well as supporting Sue to keep well.
Lucy
Lucy cares for her elderly parents and her young child who has cerebral palsy. She has to give a lot of support both in and outside of her home, she is a sandwich or dual Carer.
Sophie
Sophie was a young Carer for many years and now she is 18, she is a young adult Carer. When school finished, she found it easier to focus on caring for her dad and no longer accesses education or work. She also lost contact with a lot of friends.
Jody
Jody is a parent Carer and cares for her two children who have complex learning disabilities and autism. She is currently juggling medical appointments and working alongside the school. The children present behaviour that is challenging and can be difficult to manage.
Get in touch if you’d like to know more about CIP and how to get involved.
We understand the unique challenges that carers and their families face, which is why we are dedicated to working with carers to improve services across North Lincolnshire.
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