Membership

Information about Membership

Manchester Carers Forum exists to provide a Forum for all Carers and Former Carers who are/were caring for somebody in the City of Manchester, and to raise awareness of the issues and needs which affect Carers. (The Aims and Objectives of the Forum are set out in its Constitution and Rules).

Membership Details:

• Full membership is available to any Carer or Former Carer living in or caring for somebody living in the City of Manchester (full voting rights). Open applicaton for full membership here. Currently membership for Full Members is 50p per year.
  
• Associate membership is available to individuals and organisations from inside and outside the City of Manchester, including Carers, Former Carers, interested individuals, voluntary, independent and statutory organisations (no voting rights). Open applicaton for associate membership here. Currently membership for Associate Members is £1.00 per year.

A new membership card shall be issued to new members annually, on payment of subscription. All membership shall become renewable at the same time. Membership fees are set by the MCF Steering Group.

Full details of membership are given in the constitution and rules, which are available upon request.

Benefits of Membership

• A vote at elections (full members only)
• Eligibility to stand for the Management Committee
• An opportunity to direct and be part of the work of MCF
• Invitation to special events and training sessions
• Access to the wider experience of the whole MCF Membership
• The opportunity to share your experiences and needs with carers and others
• With your permission we can pass on your name to the Manchester Carers’ Centre so that you can receive the Manchester Carers’ Newsletter and other information..
• An opportunity to get your voice heard!