From positive poetry and reflective journalling to pitching a book, Wigan’s first Writing Festival brought people together to explore the many ways we can put words on the page.
When a loved one moves into residential care, there can be an assumption that the family's caring role has ended. For Karen Strong, it has simply changed.
Karen says she had to leave her 82-year-old mum in an A&E corridor despite being the person who helps her communicate. Now she wants the Prime Minister to hear her experience. Today, we publish this harrowing photo of Karen's mum to highlight the plight that of our loved ones many face.
At 1am, Karen is still sending emails and chasing answers about her mum’s care. Her video diary reveals the hidden administrative work that can become another part of being an unpaid carer.
Pride flags draped over chairs, wrapped around shoulders and dancing in the rain alongside colourful ponchos welcomed visitors to Pennington Hall Park as Leigh Pride returned for its sixth year.
