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Bath-based philanthropist Edward Bayntun-Coward is the new Patron of the Carers’ Centre Bath and North East Somerset. Edward brings his life-long experience of working with local charities such as The Holborn Museum and The Bath Preservation Trust and national charities like The Samaritans to the role, and hopes to help raise the profile of the Centre.

“I volunteered for 10 years for the Samaritans in London and learnt a lot about how hard life can be for carers,” explained Edward. “I also have a disabled nephew and have seen first-hand how caring for another person changes everything.”

A joint initiative from The Royal United Hospital and the Carers’ Centre aims to benefit staff, patients and their carers during hospital stays. The Carers’ Resource Pack contains vital information to help staff understand patients’ needs and improve their experience at the hospital. Pictured are Neil Drinkwater from the Carers' Centre with RUH staff Dr Katherine Asplin, Chris Brasier - Charge Nurse and Ben Woodland - Nurse.

Think Tank is a support group for carers of someone with mood disorders such as bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia or depression. The group launch in November 2011. Pictured are left to right: Jude King from Bath MIND, Tom Fox-Proverbs from the Carers’ Centre, Rosie Brandon from PALS and carer Jon Cooper.

Think Tank is a support group for carers of someone with mood disorders such as bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia or depression. The group launch in November 2011. Pictured are left to right: Andrew Evans from Rethink, carer Stephen Penny and Tom Fox-Proverbs from the Carers' Centre.