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 attendance
The practical picture
Accessing further resources

Unpaid carers across Derby are invited to a dedicated information event at Derby Market Hall on Tuesday 9 June 2026. Running from 11:00am to 3:00pm, this session is designed to provide practical advice, networking opportunities, and a direct line to local support services for those who look after family members, friends, or neighbours.

Event details and attendance

Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Derby Market Hall
Cost: Free
Who should attend: Unpaid carers, health and social care professionals, and any interested members of the public.

Organised by Derby City Council as part of the national Carers Week initiative, the event serves as a central hub for local organisations. It is specifically designed to help residents who may not yet formally identify as “carers” to access the resources they need to balance their responsibilities with their own health, employment, and social lives.

The practical picture

Understanding the scale of local caring responsibilities is a key focus for this year’s event. According to 2021 ONS data, nearly 100,000 people in Derby and Derbyshire identify in a caring capacity, though officials believe the true figure is significantly higher. Many residents provide over 50 hours of care each week, often while managing their own health conditions or maintaining paid employment.

Key Statistic	Local Context
Identified Carers	Approx. 99,278 in Derby & Derbyshire
High-Intensity Care	1 in 8 carers provide 50+ hours weekly
Workforce Impact	Over 56,800 combine caring with paid work
Lifetime Likelihood	3 in 5 people will become a carer

Councillor Alison Martin, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Care, has described carers as the “backbone of our communities.” The event at the Market Hall aims to reaffirm a commitment to ensuring these individuals feel valued. By bringing various support services under one roof, the council hopes to simplify the process of finding help for those who provide vital daily support to others, whether they are looking after a parent, supporting a neighbour, or helping a friend through illness.

Accessing further resources

Attendees will have the chance to connect directly with local organisations and learn more about navigating the support landscape. For those unable to attend, or for residents seeking ongoing assistance, further information regarding support for carers is available through the Derby Carers Information website. This platform provides continuous guidance on how to access services that help carers maintain their own wellbeing while fulfilling their caring roles.

Source: Derby City Council