Are you a carer
Do you look after a family member, friend or neighbour who through illness, disability or frailty cannot manage without you? If so, you are a carer and we would like to help. We are aiming to identify all our patients who are carers and are keen to ensure that all carers are aware of the help that may be available, both locally and through specialist organisations and support services.
Carers Bucks
Carers Bucks exists entirely to support and promote the wellbeing of family carers. They support carers of all ages and in different caring roles, including young carers, parents of children with a physical or learning disability, older carers, carers from the black and minority ethnic community and those looking after someone with mental health problems, including depression.
Carers Bucks’ experienced staff can help you by providing:
- Carer information and support groups
- Latest news and events
- Telecare, gadgets and other equipment
- Young adult carers
- Carer’s assessments
All carers contacting Carers Bucks are able to speak to an experienced support worker in confidence, either over the telephone or by visiting our offices (please ring us first to make an appointment).
Contact Carers Bucks
Phone
0300 777 2722
Website
www.carersbucks.org
Email
mail@carersbucks.org
Other resources and support
Carers UK
They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.
Phone
0808 808 7777
Website
Carers UK
Email
info@carersuk.orgSocial care and support guide
If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability, this guide explains your options and where you can get support.
Website
NHS: Social care and support guide