Carers and Caring

Your options and where you can get support if you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability.

Contact Carers Direct

Telephone

0808 802 0202

Helpline Information

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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.

Useful Information

Carers UK: Coronavirus Bill and Emergency Measures - what it means for unpaid carers and detail about further provisions in the bill

Information for carers and people who have care and support needs.

Advice on providing care, medicines etc.

Providing care for people who have been recently discharged from hospital.

Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.

Guidance, support and help with employment issues.

Advice for carers 18 or under and their entitlement to support