Somerset Carers Service
- Care and support
- Information, advice and guidance
- Respite and short breaks
Description
You can receive support from Somerset Carers for free if you are over the age of 18 and look after someone in an unpaid caring capacity – not employed or self-employed as a Carer. Somerset Carers Service can help make sure you receive the right support for day-to-day life by working with healthcare provider and other local services.
Caring for another person is very rewarding, but can be overwhelming and lonely at times. The Somerset Carers Service can help you to find groups and events in your area. They can also provide facts and information that will help the person you are caring for with their particular needs.
Type of provision
Targeted - Extra help for some people, usually after someone has made a referral
Contact information
- Phone:Freephone advice line: 0800 31 68 600 or 01823 331 222
- Website:Somerset Carers Service website
- Email:carers@somersetrcc.org.uk
Accessibility and adjustments
- Wheelchair access: Yes