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Your Personal Development as a Care Worker – Tips from Mark Topps at Log My Care

Posted on 6th September 2022

Here at Discounts for Carers we are passionate about improving the lives of carers which is why we are proud to work with and support care management providers Log my Care. In this blog, Regional Business Manager and Consultant at Log my Care, Mark Topps defines what personal development means in social care and how you can create a career plan to help achieve your long-term professional goals. Log My Care’s ethos is to use its platform to support Carers…

Mental Health Awareness Week- Tackling loneliness as a Carer

Posted on 27th May 2022

Being a carer isn’t easy. There’s no doubt that when someone relies on you for their basic needs and wellbeing, the stress of it can quickly become overwhelming. Never having time for yourself and pretty much being on the clock 24/7 can be challenging and lonely. As a carer can it can be difficult to do many of the things that most people take for granted. Being unable to enjoy social activities with friends and family can leave you with…

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5 reasons why it’s awesome to be a Carer

Posted on 27th August 2021

Whether you are about to leave school or you are considering a career change, why not consider becoming a carer? Many people don’t understand the various roles available in the care sector and how incredibly rewarding a job in the care industry can be. It can help improve your personal and professional life in various ways. Plus, you gain a sense of job satisfaction and access to job benefits. We see the incredible work our members achieve every day, so…

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Commonly asked Carer Interview Questions

Posted on 2nd August 2021

Interviews can be a nerve-racking experience, and knowing how to put your best foot forward is important. From arriving on time, and looking presentable, to preparing for the Carer interview questions, there’s a lot to remember. If you plan to pursue a career in the care sector, you might be looking for some job interview tips? Within this blog post, you will find helpful information relating to commonly asked carer interview questions and valuable advice. Carer Interview Questions and Answers…

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Stress Awareness Month: Tips For Carers

Posted on 13th April 2021

The month of April is dedicated to promoting stress. Unfortunately, a staggering amount of people endure high levels of stress on a regular basis. In the past year, it was reported by The Mental Health Foundation that 71% of people had felt so stressed that they were overwhelmed. It was also reported that: 51% of adults who feel stressed reported that they also felt depressed, and 61% said that they were anxious. 37% of adults who reported that they felt…

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How to Cope with the Pressure of Caring for a Loved One?

Posted on 14th August 2018

How to cope with the pressure of caring for a loved one? Caring for a friend or family member, someone you love dearly and would do anything for, who has a terminal or chronic condition, is a selfless, rewarding job, but it can also be incredibly stressful. It’s exhausting. It will put a strain on you and your relationships. It will change you, sometimes for the better, and sometimes for the worse. Never has there been such a dynamic job…