In 2025, Carers UK’s 60th Anniversary year, Carers Active April is back again!
The month-long campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity for carers and highlight the benefits of moving more. Carers often face a challenging time, and see their own health and wellbeing impacted by their caring responsibilities.
Finding ways to improve your health and wellbeing as a carer remains crucial, and Carers Active April is a chance to kickstart that activity.
Getting active this April
There are a number of ways to get involved so that carers can be active across April and beyond, in a way that works for you.
‘Paws for Carers’ challenge
Don’t miss out on getting involved in the ‘Paws for Carers’ 60 Mile Dog Walk Challenge! In a nod to Carers UK’s 60th Anniversary, we’re encouraging you to walk 60 miles in 30 days with your dog….and earn a free dog bandana as a thank you.
Dogs are more than pets, they’re companions that boost mental health, motivation, and provide comfort. Complete the challenge at your own pace - whether it’s 2 miles a day or 15 miles a week, the choice is yours!
Find out more and register to take part for free here: Paws for Carers 60 mile Dog Walk
Carers Active online sessions
We will be organising two online Carers Active online sessions - details to follow soon!
You can also exercise on your own schedule using the recordings from our previous Carers Active online sessions, available here.
Track your activity
Use this downloadable Carers Active calendar to schedule and record your movement during April. If you’re able to print it off and post it around your home, it can act as a handy little motivational reminder too!
Download your calendar here.
Getting Started guide
There’s no need to be the fastest, strongest, or last the longest. It’s about making you feel good and helping you build activity into your routine. Check out this handy Getting Started guide to help.
See the guide here.
Carers Active Hub
Visit the Carers Active Hub to discover a range of useful resources such as:
- Bitesize activity and wellbeing video workouts to help carers be active at a time that’s convenient.
- Recordings of Carers UK’s online physical activity sessions, including Latin dance, seated martial arts, and stretch and tone.
- Inspiration for carers and tips for getting started, plus activity ideas and resources.
- Carers’ stories of getting active while caring.
Resources for supporters
If you want to get involved as a professional working with carers or in the sports and leisure sector, click the button below to access our supporter area. You'll find everything your organisation needs to make the most of Carers Active April, including activity ideas, a social media toolkit, newsletter copy and more.
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