Carers

Guide to information for carers

If you're a carer, you may also be entitled to help and support - overview of the different areas covered in this section

Choose who deals with your financial or personal welfare matters if you become unable to manage them yourself

Introduction to caring and the support services available to carers, assessments and types of support

Financial support for carers, including Carers Allowance, direct payments and paying for care

Caring while working or returning to work while caring or after a period of caring

Health and taking a break for carers, including looking after yourself and holidays

Information on carers' rights including the Carers (Equal Opportunities) Act

Details of what steps you need to take if someone dies in hospital or in a care home