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We keep a Carers' Register at the practice and can add your name to this in order to provide you with offers of support.
We invite carers to attend specific carer events and also a health check at the surgery, which involves an appointment with one of our practice nurses and some time to talk with representatives from various agencies and support networks.
Find a wealth of information and support by contacting Carer Support Wiltshire.
| "A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a family member or friend who could not always manage without their support. They might look after someone with a physical disability, learning disability, autistic spectrum disorder, long term health condition, mental health issue or a problem with substance misuse." |
There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.
Watch this video on: caring for a parent at home
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.
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.
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?
Young adult carer?
Are you 16-25? Click here for support.
Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance and understanding the legal issues of caring.
Directing carers to the benefits that can help them in their caring role
Advice and information on helping the person you look after get the benefits that they are entitled to
How your benefits maybe affected after the death of the person you look after and what happens to their benefits
Advice for when carers find they have to take over the legal affairs of the person they are looking after
Advice for carers and the people they are looking after on claiming a whole host of other benefits unrelated to their disability or caring
Advice on keeping a tight rein on household and personal finance for carers
Information on claiming tax credits and whether you might be eligible
The Carer ID Card offers a form of verified identification, recognised nationally, it acknowledges your caring role and provides access to various benefits, offers and services. The card, issued by Forward Carers includes your photograph and your In Case of Emergency (ICE) contact details.
Supporting unpaid carers in Wiltshire.
There are currently thousands of people identified as carers in Wiltshire, Carers Together wish to ensure that these people can achieve a healthy balance between their caring responsibilities and personal lives.
They can offer much-needed practical and emotional support to unpaid carers and provide a range of support services.