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  Are You a Carer?

If you are please let us know - we may be able to help you

 

There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.

  • A guide to care and support           Information for carers and people who have care & support needs.
  • Caring for someone                       Advice on providing care, medicines etc.
  • Care after hospital                        Providing care for people who have been recently discharged from hospital.
  • Taking a break                              Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.
  • Support and benefits for carers      Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.
  • Work and Disability                       Guidance, support and help with employment issues.

    Being a Young carer                      Advice for carers 18 or under and their entitlement to support

  • Finance and Law

Contact Carers Direct

Telephone
0808 802 0202
Helpline Information
http://www.nhs.uk/carersdirect/carerslives/updates/pages/carersdirecthelpline.aspx
Email
CarersDirect@nhschoices.nhs.uk
Office Hours
Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines

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