Do you come home from a long shift on your feet feeling achey and sore? If that’s the case, stretching regularly and doing yoga stretches for carers could be extremely beneficial for you, your health, and your well-being. So we have included some excellent yoga stretching exercises that are aimed at offering support to carers after a long shift. Stretching is a great way to start the day, and it’s great for winding down after a long shift at work – especially as…
Wondering how to stay active in winter? As the festivities end and a new year arrives, many of us start to think about getting fit and achieving our fitness goals. But it can be challenging to find the time and energy to stay active in winter. Especially with dark mornings and evenings making you want to stay home instead of heading off to that class at the gym after a long day of caring for others. However, exercise is an…
Look no further for the best holiday destinations 2023! What are you dreaming of for 2023? As the new year begins and the post-Christmas festivities are over, many of us can’t help but dream of travel experiences for the new year. Being a teacher isn’t easy. From long shifts in the classroom to prep work and marking late into the evening at home, you must take the time to turn your attention to your health and wellness. One of the…
Well, what a year it’s been. 2022 has seen many ups and down. The year started with the world continuing to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic and continued with the celebrations for Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Later this year, we saw the sad passing of Her Majesty, the cost of living crisis that has gripped the country and our finances. But just like the years before, our amazing carers have continued their amazing work saving lives/caring for others/educating…
In need of some support for the festive season? From information about the Carers Allowance Christmas bonus to the mental health carers support available, your questions are answered in this ultimate guide. Every year, tens of thousands of carers dedicate their time to support others during the festive period. Whether you are looking after a loved one or you work in a residential home, every type of carer dedicates time and energy over the festive period. We know you have…
As part of our Small Business Saturday campaign, we are putting the spotlight on some of your favourite local and independent brands! Say hello to luxury UK holiday accommodation provider Actually Group. You can explore North Wales for your next escape by booking a getaway with Actually Group and step into a world of relaxation, luxury, and adventure. Let’s talk a little about the Actually Group and what they offer. The Actually Group holidays offer the perfect escape for everybody…
As part of our Small Business Saturday campaign, we are putting the spotlight on some of your favourite local and independent brands! Say hello to luxury jewellery brand… Fenton Here you will learn all about them from the brand itself; including where it all started, the luxury jewellery pieces it has to offer, and the discounts available to you. Fenton was founded on the principle of doing things a bit differently by bringing transparency and traceability to the jewellery industry.…
Small Business Saturday 2022 is planned for the 3rd of December and is a grassroots campaign that highlights the success of small businesses and encourages customers to shop small and support those small and medium businesses in their local communities. While Small Business Saturday 2022 is the perfect occasion to celebrate everything small business related, the campaign also aims to encourage customers to shop small more often and support small businesses. So for this Small Business Saturday, our small and…
Have you heard about the Carer’s Leave Bill? Recent research carried out by Carers UK found that there are approximately 10.58m people in the UK today who are unpaid carers. Many of these individuals, just like you, are juggling their caring responsibilities alongside work and other commitments. Their research also found that there had been a 42% increase in unpaid carers providing more than 20 hours of care a week since October 2020. With the number of unpaid carers growing…
Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gifts for friends UK? With the festive season fast approaching, now is the perfect time to start thinking about tackling your dreaded Christmas gift list with the help of our discounts. While you might spend a significant amount of time with your best friends, they can actually be the hardest to shop for. You can rely on your friends all year round to pick you up when you’re feeling down and they’re always on…