Every other night lovely carers who earn peanuts arrive at our flat to shower my husband and help him get ready for bed. He would not be able to continue to live independently without them. They are unfailingly gracious, cheerful and kind. Within moments they establish a rapport, they chat through an incredibly intimate task and always manage to make him feel comfortable about the process- an incredible set of skills which, as a society we do not acknowledge or reward. If we are to save our NHS we need 1000s more of these wonderful people but, honestly, why would take on a job like this?. If you agree that our carers need a proper pay structure and better status, and if you agree that the only way to ease the pressure on our NHS to take caring seriouly please sign this petition. Thank you