Support for unpaid carers
For many unpaid carers, caring can be a positive experience, but it can also be overwhelming. As a carer you may have many feelings and emotions along the way that are personal to you.
It’s important to know where you can turn for support when you need it. Having the right information at the right time can make a big difference to you and the person you care for.
One way to find out about the full extent of support that may be available to you is by having a free Carer’s Assessment. This is a great opportunity for you to talk about your caring role and how it may be impacting your life.
Organisations that can help you
The following organisations provide support for unpaid carers in Gloucestershire, offering expert information, advice and guidance. Use the links below to find out more.
The Gloucestershire Carers Hub is commissioned by us to support you in your caring role. As well as online resources, the Hub offers a safe space to talk about your caring role, and to share any worries or concerns with one of their team.
The Hub also undertakes Carer’s Assessments.
Visit the Carers Hub website or call 0300 111 9000
The Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum is for parents/carers of children with any disability, SEN, condition, impairment or additional need.
It offers an opportunity to meet, share views, make new friends and get support and information.
Visit the Parent Carer Forum website.
Gloucestershire Young Carers provides information and support for children and young people who are carrying out significant caring tasks and taking on responsibility that would ordinarily be done by an adult.
They offer advice, advocacy, group support, short breaks and safe spaces to share.
Visit the Young Carers website or call 01452 733 060.
This short animation explains more about support available for unpaid carers.
Please note: This animation uses the term "Care and Support Assessment", whereas at Gloucestershire County Council we refer to this process as an "Adult Social Care Assessment". While the terminology may differ, the process and what’s involved remain the same.
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