Carebark – Celebrating the UK’s furry friends and raising vital funds for Canine Partners

Caremark, one of the largest home care companies in the UK, is proud to announce the launch of Carebark. This new initiative celebrates the special bond between humans and their four-legged friends while raising vital funds for charity Canine Partners.

As a nation of pet lovers, Caremark understands the significance of canine companions in the lives of their customers. When asked why they prefer home care over facility-based care, many customers cite the desire to remain united with their loyal doggy companions. Taking into account a substantial number of their current customers have dogs, some franchises even have dogs on their teams that provide Animal Assisted Therapy to staff and that around 80% of Caremark Franchise Support Centre staff are also dog owners, the company is committed to highlighting and championing the most caring dogs across the UK.

Carebark invites dog owners from all corners of the country to submit their beloved pets’ photos to Caremark’s Carebark page on Facebook or via an email to carebark@caremarklimited.co.uk. For every photo received until 30^th September 2023, Caremark will donate £1 to Canine Partners, up to a maximum of £500, contributing to their invaluable work in training assistance dogs to transform the lives of people with physical disabilities.

In addition to sharing a photo, dog owners are encouraged to provide a few heartfelt words explaining why their furry friends hold such a special place in their lives. These touching stories will be showcased in Caremark’s Carebark Hall of Fame page on their official website, where the outstanding contributions of canine companions will be celebrated and acknowledged.

Owning a dog holds tremendous importance, particularly for the older generation. Dogs have been proven to alleviate stress, reduce blood pressure, enhance social interaction, and promote physical activity. Their unwavering loyalty and presence provide endless comfort, helping older individuals to live in the moment and alleviate any worries about the future. Furthermore, the companionship provided by dogs has been shown to have a remarkable impact on symptoms of depression, feelings of loneliness, and memory recall.

Emma Scholes, Director of Marketing of Caremark, expressed her enthusiasm for the Carebark initiative, stating:

“At Caremark, we understand the immeasurable value that dogs bring to people’s lives, especially when it comes to fostering companionship and improving overall well-being. With Carebark, we aim to shine a spotlight on the incredible bond between humans and dogs while supporting the wonderful work of Canine Partners. We invite dog owners nationwide to share their stories and photos, helping us build a Carebark Hall of Fame that showcases the heart-warming impact of canine companionship.”

David Watson, Corporate Relationship Manager at Canine Partners, said:

“We are very grateful to Caremark for continuing to fundraise and elevate the profile of our work across the UK. Donations received from the Carebark fundraising initiative will support our work, and we look forward to seeing some wonderful photos of people’s beloved pets showcased on the Carebark Hall of Fame page on Caremark’s official website.

“Thank you to everyone who takes part in submitting their pet photos and helps to raise vital funds for Canine Partners.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Carebark initiative and celebrate dogs’ extraordinary role in our lives while raising money for Canine Partners. Submit your photos and stories today to carebark@caremarklimited.co.uk or visit Caremark’s Carebark page on Facebook. The Carebark social pages will also contain regular updates, and fun social posts celebrating Caremark office dogs. 

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