Tired carers in Dumfries and Galloway are being urged to take a respite break.
Thousands of people across the region look after a relative or friend every day – a role which comes with stress and responsibility but no pay or holidays.
And respite breaks can be of huge benefit to a carers wellbeing.
Dumfries and Galloway Carers Centre supports carers by providing information and advice but also offers grants through a short breaks fund.
This can provide breaks and activities for carers who desperately need them, ranging from a short holiday to a new hobby or craft course.
Centre manager, Sara Jackson, said: “Every day we hear from carers across Dumfries and Galloway who are desperately tired and in need of respite.
“It doesn’t take much to lift that load off them for a while - to allow them to take a weekend away, to learn a new hobby, or even just allow them to meditate or chat online to their friends for a while.
“I’d encourage any carer who needs a break to get in touch – the short breaks fund is there to help, and our support workers around the region are ready to give any information, advice and help they can.
“It’s very important that carers know that they’re not alone and that they can turn to us if they need to.”
The fund is open to all carers, whether or not they have registered with the centre.
Further details are available at www.dgalcarers.co.uk/short-breaks-project.php, by calling 01387 248600 or emailing info@dgalcarers.org
