In order to enable carers of people living with dementia to influence change, it’s vital that we engage with a wide range of organisations. The Government, universities, health and social care system and private businesses are just some of the organisations that we have been commissioned to work with, offering expert advice, facilitating an understanding of the carer experience, as well as providing insight into the needs of a carer of someone living with dementia.
There is a valid economic case for improving the level of support given to carers of people with dementia from employers.
The 670,000 unpaid carers of people with dementia in the UK collectively saves the UK economy an estimated £13.9 billion per year. This equates to 44% of the total cost of dementia care. With this in mind, we believe that the Government, the health and social care system and UK businesses have a responsibility to support carers of people with dementia, an act that will have a profound impact on the wellbeing and welfare of the UK.
Changing demographics coupled with an ageing population points to the fact that 3 in 5 people will end up caring for someone at some point in their lives.
As a business, looking after your employees when they are faced with the prospect of becoming a carer is not only the right thing to do for your employee, but also your business. Recognising their needs will ensure that workers feel valued and as a result your business will be more likely to retain your experienced staff.
There are many things that a business can do to support someone who is caring for a person living with dementia. Through our consultancy service, businesses can access expert advice on how to support their employees every step of the journey, from making reasonable workplace adjustments to accommodate their caring role, right through to helping them return to work upon completing their role as a carer.
Get in touch today to find out more about how we can support you and your employees.
Are you a carer of someone with dementia, a former carer, a health or care professional or just someone who wants to help create a better future for carers? You are stronger with tide, and tide is stronger with you. Our movement is free to join. Get involved today.
