If you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community, you are a carer. Your age and the range of support you give do not matter.
Types of support
You may qualify for free support including:
- emotional support (one-to-one or group)
- social activities and discussion groups
- opportunities to meet other carers with similar caring roles
- specialist information and support
- advice on getting equipment or aids for the person you care for (for example telecare)
- advice on accessing statutory assessment and support