Carers

Are You a Carer?

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

Fill in this form to let us know you’re a carer

It is important that we know if you are a carer so that we can make sure you receive information, services and the help that is available. If you are a carer please complete this form.

CARER DETAILS

Date of Birth
Email
Address

DETAILS OF PERSON BEING CARED FOR

Name
Date of Birth
Address
What is your relationship to the person being cared for? *
Consent

Do you look after someone?

A Carer is anyone who looks after someone needing help

  • Do you support someone with an illness, frailty, disability, mental health problem or addiction?
  • Is the care you give unpaid?
  • Do you support someone who cannot manage without you?
  • A carer can be any age, child or adult

You are important and we can help you. Click the link below or speak to a member of your GP team for advice, support and signposting to services that could help you – East Primary Care Network

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Herefordshire Carers Support

Herefordshire Carers Support has recently changed but will still be able to support local Carers Groups, offer training opportunities, counselling and trips and social events. 

Please see the webpage for further information:  Carers – Herefordshire Council

Crossroads Together

Crossroads Together offer a range of support services to carers including an information and advice service, called CarerLinks. The CarerLinks team based in Hereford offer free emotional and practical support to unpaid family carers across Herefordshire, helping them to protect their health and well-being and cope with their caring role.

You can find more information on their website by following the link below:

Crossroads Together Website

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

  • Help for young carers
    Watch this video on: help for young carers
  • 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?

Contact Carers Direct

Telephone – 0808 802 0202

Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines.

Social care and support guide – Helpline Information including information on finance, benefits and the support available to you

Email – [email protected]