Carers
Employers for Carers (EfC)
Employers for Carers (EfC) is a useful employer-led product aimed at HR/Line Managers and anyone with an interest in supporting carers. EfC provides resources for all staff with a responsibility for, or interest in, supporting carers in the workforce. It includes all-staff induction and line manager e-Learning modules, and practical guides and advice for managers and carers including case studies, model policies, FAQs and tools and tips.
As a member of Employers for Carers, Shropshire Telford & Wrekin STP provides access for all staff to the EfC platform EfC Digital.The platform provides a range of online practical resources, tools and e-learning to hlp you support the carers in your workforce.
To create an account, visit efcdigital.org and select 'create new account'. Enter Membership Code: EFC9277
Resources available include: A range of posters to circulate internally across your organisation so that those with a responsibility or an interest in supporting carers can register and make use of the resources. EfC Poster 1, EfC Poster 2, EfC Poster 3, EfC Poster 4, EfC Poster 5
A questionnaire that helps you take stock of your current situation and identify where EfC can help you build on your current employee support to get the best results for carers. It also supports Carers UK in gathering examples of good practice which can encourage others to adopt more carer-friendly policies and practice. Completed questionnaires can be emailed to
Membership includes a range of benefits, for a full list visit EfC member benefits
Digital Resource for Carers
Digital Resource for Carers is a useful carer-led product which can be shared organisation-wide. Aimed at working carers, the Digital Resource for Carers is an online platform made for carers, by carers. It includes e-Learning modules, factsheets, interactive guides, personalised support, and information covering the fllowing areas: Health & Wellbeing, Support for Caring, Technology & Caring, Financial Planning and Working & Skills.
Support material includes an A4 poster for use digitally or hard copy for staff, double sided leaflet, promoting the care coordination app so carers in the workforce can download for free, an A3 poster for use digitally or hard copy, and printable business cards 1, 2 for staff.
Carers in the workforce can access the resource via carersdigital.org and using Unique Access Code DNHS9277
Unpaid Carers
A free online resource to support the vital care that unpaid carers provide
Designed for anyone who provides care and support to a family member or friend due to their disability, health condition, frailty, mental health problem or oter health and care needs.
The e-LfH resource offers bespoke, bite-size e-learning sessions, developed with expert advice from Carers UK. It includes online links and a downloadable resource guide, colour coded by topic, providing help on issues such as your rights to benefits. You will also fiind specialised e-learning on topics such as dementia, mental health, physical disability, infection protection and end of life care.
Visit Unpaid carers to register and log in to the Carers Hub.
Carers UK
Supports carers through expert advice, information and support. For advice on COVID-19 and support, visit:
Carers UK Carers UK Coronavirus further support
Supporting learning and family wellbeing during COVID-19
It’s important that you look after your own health and wellbeing, whilst supporting patients and your family. You can find a range of helpful resources, apps and learning tools below to help whilst you or those you care about are at home.
National Theatre at Home
In response to theatres closing during COVID-19, view free to watch play on National Theatre YouTube channel every Thursday at 7pm
Visit: National Theatre free to watch
Things to do when you're stuck at home from Time Out (now Time In). Includes 80 things to do when you're stuck at home, visit 80 things to do whilst stuck at home
To explore more and to experience virtual tours of museums, zoos and landmarks, visit: Virtual tours
BBC’s free online study support resources for school age students. Offers lots of resources that are clearly divided into subject and age categories.
Offers free access to animated movies on topics in maths, science and English
Offers free access to coding lesson for kids
Offers craft lessons, from knitting to jewellery-making, drawing and origami
Teacher created planning and assessment materials and teaching resources for primary and secondary school age.
Time-limited free access to resources, including simple parent user guide.
TED’s youth and education initiative. Hundreds of animated lessons from teachers around the globe.