NLTG and Vita have generously showcased their support to the local community this Easter by donating 100 Easter eggs to be distributed to young carers through Carers Link Lancashire.
The Easter eggs, which will be distributed to young carers registered with the service who provide care for their own parents and/or siblings, were donated to Carers Link Lancashire in Accrington. Tasks carried out by young carers include shopping, preparing meals, looking after siblings, washing, looking after family, emotional support, giving medication and keeping their family company.
Carers Link Lancashire is an independent registered charity, with the aim of supporting unpaid carers across the boroughs of East Lancashire. They provide practical and emotional support to children aged from just six who care for a loved one.
Located on Blackburn Road in Accrington, Carers Link Lancashire also run a community facility including a charity shop, information and support hub, community café and a garden, all of which can be used by the carers, the people they care for and the wider community in Hyndburn.
Carole Moulton, Young Carer’s Lead at Carers Link Lancashire, said: “Donating these Easter eggs is so kind, and will really put a smile on our young carer’s faces.
“The Easter eggs will go to young carers who look after their parents and siblings, whether it is doing the hoovering, giving medication or taking them out for lunch. It’s a nice way to thank them for all they do.”
Gareth Lindsay, Managing Director of NLTG, said: “NLTG are big supporters of the great work Carer’s Link do to support young carers, and we hope these eggs go some way to showing them how appreciated they are for everything they do.”
You can learn more about Carers Link Lancashire here: https://www.carerslinklancashire.co.uk/
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