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If you give up your time, without pay, to look after a family member, a friend, or a neighbour who is ill, frail, or has a disability, then you are a carer.
You may be a parent carer, a young carer, or care for an older person.
You and the person you care for can get help, advice, and support from many health and social care professionals and voluntary support groups in Somerset.
Use the links provided at the top of this page to find out about the help you can get.
For more information, please go to the publications page by clicking here.
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Caring for the Carer
If you are caring for a friend, relative or neighbour, the ‘Caring for the Carer’ course could be for you. Topics covered include:
· Listen To Me - It’s OK to ask for help; Putting your point across
· What the Future Holds - Recognising your strengths; Planning for the future
· Time For Me - Managing your time; Knowing your limits
· Time Out - Relax and have fun - Learning new skills; Arts and Crafts; Relaxation
Courses are being run by Somerset Skills and Learning during the Spring and Summer of 2009. Places are limited so we advise you to book early.
Phone Somerset Direct on 0845 688 0488 for more information.
Carers Strategy
It is important that the new national carers strategy is shaped by carers themselves and the organisations which support them. This is the most extensive consultation with carers so it is important to make the most of this opportunity by following the links below.
The Department of Health announcement
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