Support

Getting help

As a carer, looking after your own needs, health and wellbeing is important. Carers organisations aim to make it easier for carers to cope by providing information, support and practical help. Support available includes:

• Befriending Services
• Carer Support Groups
• Training opportunities
• Health and wellbeing courses
• Advice on benefits and entitlements
• A carer’s assessment

Sources of support

• Local carers organisations
• Local support organisations
• Oxford Health groups and workshops
• Family information services
• Recovery colleges
• National organisations
• Talking therapies

Good advice

• Young carers
• Caring whilst working
• Caring for someone who may be at risk of suicide