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Events will be taking place across the borough next week to mark National Carers Week.

An exhibition of artwork created by people living with dementia and their carers is being held at Himley Hall next week.

People can find out more about supporting people living with dementia as part of the council’s National Dementia Awareness Week activities.

More people will be spending Christmas at home thanks to joint work between Dudley Council and The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.

Services for older people and children in Dudley will continue to be a priority despite an overspend of more than £12million putting an “unprecedented strain” on budgets.

Thousands of recycled plastic bottles have been used by service users at a Dudley Council run centre to create a poppy display in Amblecote.

An annual survey of people using adult social care services in Dudley borough has revealed positive results.

People can find out how to live well and feel safe at an event taking place next week at the Merry Hill Centre.

Dudley’s first Ageing Well Festival is in full swing with many activities and events still to enjoy before the end of the week.

The lead for adult social care at Dudley Council met staff and service users at a care facility as part of national Good Care Month.

Dudley Council’s Telecare service has received ‘compliant’ status across the board, the highest rating possible.

Unpaid and informal carers in Dudley borough can enjoy a range of free events and access support as part of this year’s National Carers Week.