Warwickshire offers a good range of support for carers, from practical help and assessments to emotional support, groups and breaks. The main route in is Caring Together Warwickshire, which can connect carers to the right service.
| Support available | What Warwickshire says it includes |
|---|---|
| Carer assessment | A chance to discuss how caring affects your life and what support you need |
| Emotional support | One-to-one support, telephone support, and group support |
| Information and advice | Specialist information, guidance and signposting to services |
| Carer groups and activities | Social activities, discussion groups, workshops and carer events |
| Peer support | Opportunities to meet other carers with similar caring roles |
| Help with planning | Support with contingency planning and support planning |
| Support with breaks | Short breaks for carers, respite, and a one-off direct payment in some cases |
| Practical support | Advice on equipment or aids for the person you care for, including telecare |
| Wellbeing support | Help with mental health, wellbeing, balancing work-life-care, and access to employment, leisure, education and volunteering opportunities |
| Advocacy | Independent advocacy support through Voice Ability for assessments, support planning or reviews |
| Dementia support | Personalised advice and practical and emotional support for people caring for someone with dementia |
You can contact Caring Together Warwickshire on 0800 197 5544 for support, and there’s also an online support page for carers here: online support for carers. If you need an assessment, Warwickshire says adult carers and young carers can access one, and carers of someone aged 0-25 can ask their social worker for a carer’s assessment.