Am I a Carer?

• You are a carer if you provide care and support, unpaid, to a relative, partner, friend or neighbour, who needs this help due to reasons of ill health, physical or learning disability, frailty or mental illness.
• A Carer does not necessarily live with the person for whom they provide care.

If You Are a Carer

If you are a Carer it is important that you also take care of yourself:

• Make sure your doctor and other health professionals are aware of your caring responsibilities.
• If you are in work you may wish to check with your employer about flexible working opportunities.
• Ensure you are receiving all benefits to which you are entitled
• Ask Adult Social Care how they can help.

Young Carers

Carers aged under 18yrs who care for an adult should see the section for Young Carers.