Disabled People and Carers

Being a carer

Carers are relatives, friends or neighbours who regularly look after someone without being paid. Carers may be adults, children or young people either living with the person they care for or somewhere else. Take a look at the carers page for information about carers assessments and local services.

Other useful links:

DirectGov provides information about a wide variety of issues for carers including support and finances. www.direct.gov.uk/en/CaringForSomeone/index.htm

Support for young carers is available from the Young Carers Project (Westminster Carers Service) if you are a young person, under 18 years, who has to look after or help look after a relative.  www.westcarers.co.uk/id11.html

Carers UK is an organisation of carers which seeks recognition for the true value of carers’ contributions to society, and for carers to get the practical, financial and emotional support they need. www.carersuk.org/Home

WELDIS provides information and advice on a range of services and resources for carers.