Liverpool City Council is marking Carers Week (June 9 – 15), by urging residents to have their say on a new Strategy, aimed at enhancing support for those who provide unpaid care.
The Council is seeking feedback on its draft All-Age Strategy, designed to shape future services across the city.
Carers Week celebrates and recognises the contribution of unpaid carers who provide essential support to family members, friends, and loved ones.
It also offers a valuable opportunity to listen, learn, and take meaningful action.
The draft strategy, developed with input from carers, professionals, and local support services, sets out a long-term vision to improve the lives of unpaid carers in Liverpool.
It aims to raise awareness, offer better access to support, and ensure carers are recognised, respected, and included in decisions that affect them.
Carers in Liverpool face challenges as they sometimes juggle care with other responsibilities such as work, education, and family life. Many do not see themselves as carers and may be unaware of the help and resources available to them.
This strategy acknowledges those challenges and is designed to respond to real-life experiences.
Liverpool City Council is now asking carers, residents, and community organisations to review the strategy and take part in a public consultation by filling in a survey.
The feedback received will help shape the final version of the strategy, ensuring it meets the needs of those it is designed to support.
To read the draft strategy and take part in the consultation: https://liverpool.gov.uk/council/consultation-and-engagement/consultation/consultation-on-liverpools-all-age-carers-strategy/
Margaret cares for her sister Anne, who has autism. Margaret said:
“I’ve been caring for Anne most of my life. I help her with self-care and assist her with dressing and eating. We have fun together but it does take its toll as I don’t get to focus on myself much.
“I go to the Carers Centre for activities, which allow me to forget about my responsibilities for a few hours each week. I think there should be more places like this, and more awareness, as other carers don’t always know that support like this exists.
“I would love there to be more activities for Anne so she can go out without me and gain a little more independence.”
Councillor Angela Coleman, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Services, said:
“Liverpool City Council understands that real change comes from listening to those who rely on and interact with these services.
“Their voices must shape the direction of carer support in Liverpool. We are committed to ensuring the final strategy reflects the genuine needs of carers across the city.
“This consultation is a chance for carers to have their say and help build a stronger, more supportive system that values and respects the work they do every day.”
Anne Marie Lubanski, Deputy Chief Executive and Corporate Director of Adult Care and Health said:
“Carers are the heartbeat of many families and communities across Liverpool. Their dedication is inspiring, but we also know it can be challenging, and we are dedicated to improving the support they receive.
“The strategy is about making sure carers feel seen, valued, and supported not just during Carers Week, but every day of the year.
“We’re asking carers and residents to help us shape something meaningful and that genuinely makes a difference to people’s lives. Tell us about your experiences and what would make your lives better. Your voice matters.”