Are you helping a family member or friend?
If you help a family member or friend, without payment, for reasons including a lifelong condition, illness, disability, serious injury, mental health difficulty, addiction, or needing extra help as they grow older - you are recognised as a carer.
Many carers feel that they’re doing what anyone would do in the same situation, caring for a mother, father, wife, husband, son, daughter or best friend, for example. We are Here to Support You in Your Carer Journey.
Being a carer isn't someone who volunteers or is employed to provide support.
You may not consider yourself as a 'carer' but understanding your caring responsibilities and the impact it has on your life is important so that you can get the right help and support. It could be round-the-clock care or a few hours a week, perhaps you live together or are miles apart.
From helping someone get dressed or get out of bed, to managing their medication and dealing with professionals - each caring role is unique. It could also be help with cooking, housework and money, or being a listening ear and keeping someone entertained.
- Do you want to speak to people who are in a similar situation to you?
- Would you like to learn more about what support is available to you and the person you look after?
There are lots of opportunities to do - so keep an eye on this page to see what's happening for carers.
Help getting online
If you need help using Zoom, try AbilityNet - a group of friendly volunteers who may be able to help you with getting online, setting up equipment and technical issues - call 0800 048 7642 or email enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk.
To be informed of carers events
Sign up to the mailing list at carers@hounslow.gov.uk
