Carers Week: daily activities planned for unpaid carers in Hounslow
By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Hounslow Council is marking Carers Week from Monday 8 June with a programme of daily activities aimed at supporting the borough's unpaid carers and building more carer-friendly communities.
Carers Week is a national awareness campaign that recognises the vital contribution made by people who provide unpaid care to family members or friends. Estimates suggest there are around six million unpaid carers in the UK, many of whom report feeling isolated or under-supported.
In Hounslow, the council and its partners have arranged activities throughout the week, designed to give carers a chance to connect with others, access information about support services, and take a break from their caring responsibilities.
Chiswick residents who are unpaid carers — or who support someone who is — can find out about local carer support groups, respite services, and the activities taking place this week via the council's dedicated carers pages. Some support may also be available through local GPs and community pharmacies. Building Carer Friendly Communities across Hounslow