Carers rights will be in the spotlight at a Carers Northumberland event in Blyth.

Those who come along will be able to speak with personnel from the charity and other organisations in Northumberland who can support and empower carers.

The event will take place on Thursday, November 19 – Carers Rights Day – at Blyth Sports Centre from 1.30pm to 4pm.

Debra Blakey, Carers Northumberland CEO, said: “Carers need to be fully supported if they are to continue caring effectively.

The event will take place at Blyth Sports Centre.

placeholder image — The event will take place at Blyth Sports Centre.

“We want carers to know they are being listened to and that they have rights which should be respected and addressed appropriately.

“Carers have rights in the workplace, as well as having the right to decide what level of care they are comfortable providing without external support.”

For more information about the event or to register with Carers Northumberland, call 01670 320025 or email [email protected]