Understanding Foresters Care: Support When You Need It Most
A significant amount of the UK population is facing challenges relating to long-term illnesses. In 2024 alone, one in four adults in England were living with two or more long-term health conditions, and the situation is worsening, with estimates suggesting that this number will continue to rise. 1
At a time when the healthcare system is under increasing strain, Foresters Care is here to provide vital support for our members.
What is Foresters Care?
Foresters Care is a dedicated telephone service offered to members of Foresters Friendly Society. Provided by RedArc, this service connects you with a friendly, registered nurse who offers practical advice and emotional support tailored to your needs.
What’s more, you’ll speak to the same nurse throughout your journey, ensuring continuity and compassionate care. And the best part? Foresters Care is included automatically as part of your Foresters membership.
How Foresters Care Can Help You
Help with a serious illness
Being diagnosed with a serious illness can be overwhelming. A RedArc nurse is there to provide long-term advice and emotional support to help you through it. They can also help you make the most of services offered by the NHS, specialist charities and social services.
Mental Health Support
If you’re struggling with your mental health, Foresters Care can help. RedArc have specialist mental health nurses that can provide long-term support, therapy and counselling.
Bereavement Support
Losing a loved one is never easy, but you don’t have to face it alone. A RedArc nurse can provide bereavement support to help you through this difficult time, even if you just need someone to talk to.
Second Medical Opinion
Your RedArc nurse can provide reassurance by arranging a second medical opinion so you can get the right diagnosis and treatment. Your nurse can arrange a face-to-face appointment with a specialist consultant in the UK.
Help for Carers
Caring for a loved one who is elderly or suffering from illness can be very difficult and can have an impact on your own wellbeing. A RedArc nurse can provide emotional and practical support to cope with caring responsibilities if you need it.
Combating Loneliness
Feeling isolated? Anyone can experience loneliness, no matter your age or circumstances, but support is available. If you need to speak to someone, a RedArc nurse is here to listen.
How to Use Foresters Care
Using Foresters Care is simple. From day one of becoming a Foresters Friendly Society member, you can call 0800 276 1023 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) to speak to a RedArc nurse.
Not a Foresters member yet?
Joining is easy and gives you access to Foresters Care and a range of other member benefits.
Take the first step towards a brighter, more supported future – join today!
Foresters Care is provided by RedArc Assured Ltd, a personal nurse advice service.
The membership benefits we provide aren’t regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority or the Prudential Regulation Authority and are regularly reviewed by us to ensure they are relevant to our members. Qualifying periods apply.
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