Whether you help a loved one maintain their independence or spend your working days caring for others, we're here to support you.
A third of the people that die in fires every year are looked after by a carer, whether that is a family member, friend or a professional carer. We believe that by working together, we can reduce fire deaths and injuries of vulnerable people.
Are you a formal or informal carer, support worker or someone who visits, works or lives with a vulnerable person in their own home? Our ‘Carers Guide to Home Fire Safety’ video will help you identify fire risks and show you what you can do to reduce them.
Older people, people with disabilities, people with visual and hearing impairments, and people who are vulnerable for other reasons all need careful consideration when it comes to fire safety. There are 4 main reasons why:
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It's also worth downloading the fire safety at home booklet at the bottom of this page.
We have a simple tool that can guide you around the home helping you spot fire risks, or we can carry out a visit ourselves.