https://www.carersupportdorset.co.uk

National

• Carers allowance and other benefits.

• Carer's support (Care Act), e.g. personal budget and respite.

• Charities such as Barnardos assist with things such as: care of siblings, money and housing management, day trips and emotional support.

Somerset Carers

• Information on self-care, emergencies and training.

• Personalised multi-agency support and/or package of care for the carer.

• Specialised peer support groups.

Young carers aged 16-18 receive an assessment, respite and specialised support such as within education.

LOCAL

Somerset Carers https://somersetcarers.org/

Free service for carers who are over 18 caring in an unpaid capacity. Providing support such as:

Training courses (e.g. personal care and hygiene, finances)

Digital inclusion and physical aids

Mental and physical wellbeing support for carers

In person and online carer groups for mutual support and friendships

Financial support

Access Dorset https://accessdorset.org.uk/

An organisation which is ran by and for disabled people, older people and carers. Support available in the form of information, advice, guidance, advocacy, activity program including, art groups, cooking skills, walking groups, games groups, performing arts and vocational skills.

NATIONAL

Carers Trust https://carers.org/

Making Carers Count – multi-partner programme aiming to identify and support carers who are under-represented.

There’s a facility to search for local carer services.

NHS carers direct helpline at 0300 1231053. Signposting to local sources of support.

Turn2Us.org for availability and entitlement to benefits for carers.