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Plymouth Launches Carers Strategy to Support Plymouth’s
Carers
Plymouth City Council proudly introduces its Citywide Carers Strategy, an initiative dedicated to enhancing the well-being of carers across Plymouth. Created in collaboration with key partners - Improving Lives Plymouth, University Hospitals Plymouth
Carers often encounter considerable obstacles, from long wait times for critical assessments to the challenge of navigating intricate healthcare and social care systems. Gary Wallbridge, Strategic Director for Adults, Health and Communities at
“Carers play an invaluable role in our communities, often managing emotional, physical, and logistical strains. This strategy
Key Priorities of the Carers Strategy:
This strategy acknowledges the crucial role of carers in Plymouth. The initiative seeks to reduce the logistical, emotional,
Councillor Mary Aspinall, Cabinet Member for Health and
Adult Social Care at Plymouth City Council, added:
“Carers deserve respect, understanding, and real support.
This strategy delivers on that promise through collaboration with healthcare,
social care, and community partners. We’re here to support carers as they care
for others.”
To access the full strategy and learn more, please visit: Click Here
A Task and Finish subgroup within the Carers Strategic Partnership Board (CSPB) was formed to lead the project. This group
This strategy reflects our collective efforts and dedication to making a tangible difference in the lives of carers across
For more information about this strategy or to offer
suggestions for actions to add to the plan, please contact the Joint
Commissioning team at:
Email: jointcommissioning@plymouth.gov.uk
Phone: 01752 307074
Website: www.plymouth.gov.uk