Name: Derby City Carers Week Information Event
Start: 2026-06-09T11:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-06-09T15:00:00+01:00
Location: Derby Market Hall

Contents

Event Details and Access
Supporting Derby’s Unpaid Carers
Why Local Support Matters

Unpaid carers in Derby are invited to a dedicated information event at Derby Market Hall on Tuesday 9 June 2026, as the city marks the start of Carers Week. Running from 11:00am to 3:00pm, the session is free to attend and open to carers, local professionals, and any members of the public seeking advice or information on support networks.

Event Details and Access

Detail	Information
Date	Tuesday 9 June 2026
Time	11:00am – 3:00pm
Location	Derby Market Hall
Cost	Free to attend
Audience	Carers, support professionals, and the general public

The event serves as a central hub for those balancing complex caring responsibilities with their daily lives. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with local support services and organisations, providing a space to share experiences and receive practical advice tailored to the unique challenges of caregiving.

Supporting Derby’s Unpaid Carers

Data from the 2021 Census highlights the significant scale of the caring landscape in the region, with 99,278 people in Derby and Derbyshire identifying as unpaid carers. Research indicates that 75% of these individuals live with the person they care for, while 56,800 people across the area juggle their caring duties alongside paid employment. With 1 in 8 carers providing over 50 hours of care each week, the demand for accessible, local guidance is higher than ever.

Councillor Alison Martin, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Care, emphasised the importance of these community connections. “Carers are the backbone of our communities, providing vital support to family members, friends and neighbours every day,” she noted. The council’s focus for this year’s theme, ‘Building Carer-Friendly Communities,’ is to ensure that those who provide care feel recognised and supported in their health, wellbeing, and social lives.

Why Local Support Matters

Many residents providing care often do not identify themselves as ‘carers,’ viewing their work simply as helping a parent, friend, or neighbour. However, official data suggests that 3 in 5 people will become a carer at some point in their lifetime. Recognising this role is the first step toward accessing essential services and networking opportunities that can help mitigate the financial and personal pressures often associated with long-term caregiving.

For those looking for further assistance beyond the event, local support for carers remains available through the Derby Carers Information website. Residents are encouraged to attend the Market Hall session to speak with representatives who can provide guidance on navigating local services, health support, and balancing caring roles with personal wellbeing.

Source: Derby City Council