Carers

• Adult Carers
  Information on support and services available for Adult Carers.
• Are You a Carer?
  Information on who can receive carers services and support.
• Carers and Employment
  Guidance and support for Carers who are also employed or looking for work.
• Carer's Assessments
  Description of assessment process for Carers and how to apply for services
• Carers' Contacts
  Carer's Contacts, including links to local and national support groups.
• Carers Publications
  Publications on services and support available to Carers that can be viewed or downloaded.
• Carers' Rights / Advocacy
  Summary of Carers' legal rights.
• Respite Care
  Respite care or short-term breaks for Carers.
• Young Carers
  Information on services and support available for Young Carers.

Also See:

• Advocacy
  Information on the right to have support from an advocate.
• Alternative Providers of Care
  Help in finding alternative providers to organise care services directly.
• Direct Payments
  Direct Payments - money from Social Services to organise your own care services.
• Respite / Shared Care
  Information on Respite / Shared Care for people with learning disabilities.
• Specialist Communications
  Advocacy - specialist communications, Makaton, translation