Article Source: M&Ds
Last Updated: 30 May 2024 12:25
It’s estimated that the UK has more than six million unpaid family and friend carers. On Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June carers who visit Scotland’s Theme Park and identify themselves as an unpaid carer or young carer will receive exclusive discounts including –
• Buy one wristband/wristband package and the Carer goes FREE
• Buy one entry to Amazonia and the Carer goes FREE
• Buy one entry to Devil’s Island Adventure Golf and the Carer goes FREE
• Buy one game of bowling and the Carer goes FREE
• Buy one Walk the Plank and the Carer go FREE
Joining M&D’s that weekend will be Lanarkshire Carers whose team will be on hand from 12pm to 2pm each day to provide information and support on the role of carers, highlighting the everyday challenges that they face.
Ann Marie Kerr of Lanarkshire Carers said: “Carers play a vital role in society, but they are also adversely impacted in so many ways. It is estimated that around 300,000 people in Scotland have had to leave their job to care for a loved one which is substantial.
“Many carers never ask for help and we’re hoping that this weekend will help raise awareness and enable carers to find out more about the support they can receive.”
Jensen Taylor Connelly added: “We have many carers visit us throughout the year on days out and where possible we always support them. Raising awareness during Carers Week seems only appropriate as it’s an ongoing challenge for many families and hopefully this initiative will do just that.”
Founded in 1995, Lanarkshire Carers provide information, advice and a range of direct support to carers aged 18 years and older living in Lanarkshire. The organisation operates two Centres based at Castle Street in Hamilton and Hallcraig Street in Airdrie. Further information is available from www.lanarkshirecarers.org.uk
Located next to Strathclyde Country Park, M&D’s is one of Scotland’s top visitor attractions. The Theme Park features thrill rides and family rides, as well as a host of activities, for all age groups.
Special features include Amazonia, a temperature controlled tropical hot house of exotic animals, Devil’s Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl, a ten-pin bowling alley, and Krazy Congo Soft Play. There are also many food outlets to enjoy, from snacks to restaurant meals, including the award winning American themed diner Monterey Jack’s.
Car parking and entry into the Theme Park is free. Further information is available from scotlandsthemepark.co.uk
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