The Government claims “the money is there” to support carers’ breaks, but the evidence we received is that not enough carers are getting a break. There are many carers who have not had a break since the start of the pandemic. Providing intimate care, under pressure, for such a prolonged period, is bound to have an impact on a person’s mental and physical health. It is imperative that the Government announce additional ringfenced funding to enable more carers to take a break this year. (Paragr...

The Government claims “the money is there” to support carers’ breaks, but the evidence we received is that not enough carers are getting a break. There are many carers who have not had a break since the start of the pandemic. Providing intimate care, under pressure, for such a prolonged period, is bound to have an impact on a person’s mental and physical health. It is imperative that the Government announce additional ringfenced funding to enable more carers to take a break this year. (Paragraph 129) Long-term funding of adult social care 79 Type: conclusion | Number: 30 | Response status: not_addressed Government response: Our 10-year white paper reform vision puts people at the centre of adult social care and aims to make sure that those who draw on care and support as well as unpaid carers have the choice, control and support they need to live independent lives; can access outstanding quality and tailored care and s