Wildings Solicitors Partners with Forward Carers to Support Local Communities
Wildings Solicitors LLP, a well-known law firm in Birmingham, recently had the privilege of presenting to Forward Carers, an innovative organisation dedicated to supporting unpaid carers across the region. This partnership highlights our ongoing commitment to giving back to the community and advocating for causes that align with our values of care, compassion, and responsibility.
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About Forward Carers
Forward Carers is a forward-thinking organisation that works tirelessly to support the estimated 70,000 unpaid carers in the Birmingham area. The charity focuses on providing services, advice, and resources for those who care for loved ones, ensuring these often-unsung heroes have the support they need to thrive.
Key Legal Advice for Carers
Our presentation was designed to educate carers on the legal rights and protections available to them. The team from Wildings Solicitors shared practical advice on key legal areas that can affect carers' lives, such as:
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Offering guidance on how to plan for the future with a Will and ensure the wishes of those they care for are respected through a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA).
Employment Law
Discussing the rights of carers in the workplace, including the right to request flexible working arrangements and take time off for dependants, key topics in our Employment Law service.
Legal Rights & Support
Offering advice on how carers can navigate complex legal systems to ensure that their loved ones' needs are met, including advice on Deputyship orders.
Forward Carers expressed their gratitude, noting that the partnership helped empower carers with vital information and support. This collaboration highlights the importance of equipping carers with the knowledge they need to protect their own well-being while providing the best care for their loved ones.
A Meaningful Partnership
Wildings Solicitors LLP’s involvement with Forward Carers is just one example of our ongoing efforts to engage with local charitable initiatives. You can read more about our work on our Corporate Social Responsibility page. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with organisations like Forward Carers, using our expertise to support those who are often overlooked.
Frequently Asked Questions
An unpaid carer is anyone, including children and adults, who looks after a family member, partner, or friend who needs help because of their illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem, or an addiction and cannot cope without their support. The care they give is unpaid.
The most important are often a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) for both Health & Welfare and Property & Financial Affairs. This allows the carer to make decisions if their loved one loses capacity. A professionally drafted Will is also crucial to ensure assets are protected for the future.
Carers have several important rights, including the right to request flexible working, the right to time off for emergencies involving a dependant, and protection from discrimination. Our solicitors for employees can provide specific advice.
Do You Need Expert Legal Advice?
If you are a carer and need advice on planning for the future, protecting your rights at work, or any other legal matter, our team is here to help. Contact us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation.
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