Caring and Support

You may be caring for someone because they are seriously ill, frail, approaching the end of life, or needing more help than before. You may be doing a lot every day, helping from a distance, or just starting to realise that someone needs more support.

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Caring can involve practical tasks, conversations, appointments, paperwork and emotional strain. It can also be difficult to know what help exists, who to ask, or whether you count as a carer at all.

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This section brings together practical information for carers, family members and friends. It explains what to do first, what support may be available at home, where young carers and families can get help, and how to look after your own wellbeing too.