Adult social care

Support for carers

Whether you’re new to caring or have been doing it for years, there is support available for you

Carers guide

Find advice to help you manage your caring role, information on local services you can access, practical tips for everyday challenges and resources to support your own wellbeing

Explore our carers guide

Carer's assessment

If you look after someone, you can get a free assessment to find support available to you as a carer

Get support as a carer
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Taking a break

A carer's break can range from an hour's home-based service to a residential stay up to an agree time for the person you care for

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Carer contingency plan

Contingency plans help ensure the person you care for is looked after in your absence

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Plan for the future

Plan for the future and support someone when there no longer able to make their own decisions