Caring About Carers Award
“It’s wonderful to
see a new award, nominated by patients, which highlights the value
of Carers and the care they give, and also recognises the support
given to them, and those they care for, by their
GPs."
Sue Kinsey, Chair of
P3
Caring About Carers is a UK wide award delivered in partnership
in Scotland with the Princess Royal Trust for Carers.
It is estimated that one in ten patients in every
practice is caring for a relative or friend who is sick, disabled,
or frail – and it is usually only a matter of time before the carer
becomes ill as a result of neglecting his or her own health needs.
GPs play a vital role in encouraging carers to look after their own
health, as well as providing support to help them in their caring
role.
If you are caring for a relative or friend who
is sick, disabled, frail or has
a problem with alcohol or drugs then help from
your GP and their team can make all the difference.
Nominations
To nominate your GP or practice for the 2012 award
please download the nomination form below:
Caring About Carers Nomination form
Caring About Carers Award
2012
c/o Julianne Reddin Services to
Members Co-ordinator
RCGP Scotland
25 Queen Street
Edinburgh
EH2 1JX
or by email to jreddin@rcgp-scotland.org.uk
Further Information
The winner of the
Scottish region award and the carer who nominated them will be
invited to attend the RCGP Scotland Gala Evening at The
Assembly Rooms on the 9 November 2012 along with a guest.
For further enquiries please contact
Julianne Reddin, Services
to Members Co-ordinator on 0131 260 6813