Carers
A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support. Anyone could be a carer – a 15-year-old girl looking after a parent with an alcohol problem, a 40-year-old man caring for his partner who has terminal cancer, or an 80-year-old woman looking after her husband who has Alzheimer’s disease.
Support available for carers
Caring for someone is a significant role that can be rewarding, but it often comes with challenges that impact your own health and well-being. Knowing where to turn can make a big difference.
General Information & Guidance
- Carers Trust: Understand the impact of caring and the support available.
- Carers UK: Expert resources, fact sheets, and online community forums.
Financial Support & Rights
- Carer’s Allowance: Check your eligibility for government financial support.
- Benefits Guidance: A detailed look at your financial rights as a carer.
Practical Help at Home
- Carer’s Assessment: The official route to getting respite care and council support.
- Local Support Finder: Find carers’ organisations in your specific area.
Emotional Well-being
- Carers UK Advice Line: Or call 0808 808 7777 (Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm).
- Samaritans: Call 116 123 for 24/7 confidential emotional support.
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