Are You a Carer?

If you are a carer please let us know – we may be able to help you

Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.

• Telling people

  Caring responsibilities can make it difficult to maintain friendships or develop new ones. Telling your friends you’re a carer is important so they understand and can support you.

• Taking a break

  Caring for someone can be a full-time job, but it’s essential that you take time out for yourself too. Read our guide to accessing breaks and respite.

• Housing and carers

  Do you know your tenancy rights as a carer? Are you aware of all your care at home options? Do you need tips on moving someone around the home?

Social care telephone helplines and forums

Older people

Age UK – for older people, their families, friends and carers

• Call 0800 678 1602
• Helpline open: every day of the year, 8am to 7pm

Independent Age – for older people, including advice about care, money and health

• Call 0800 319 6789
• Helpline open: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Email: advice@independentage.org

The Silver Line – for older people

• Call 0800 470 8090
• Helpline open: every day of the year, 24 hours a day

Money and benefits

Money Helper – for advice about money and benefits

• Call 0800 138 7777
• Helpline open: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm

Citizens Advice – for advice about money and benefits

• Call 0800 144 8848
• Helpline open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
• Citizens Advice will not charge you to call its national phone service or helpline, however your service provider may do

If you care for someone else

Carers UK – help and advice for carers

• Call 0800 808 7777
• Helpline open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm

If you care for a child

Family Action – support for parents and carers

• Call 0808 802 6666
• Text 07537 404 282
• Helpline open: Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm
• Email: familyline@family-action.org.uk