A carer is someone who, without payment, provides help and support to a partner, child, relative, friend or neighbour who could not manage without their help. This could be due to age, physical or mental illness, substance misuse or disability. Anyone can become a carer; carers come from all walks of life, all cultures and can be of any age. You may not live with the person for whom you care, you maybe juggling a job and your caring responsibilities: whoever you are and whatever your circumstances there are many ways of accessing support.

Does the Surgery know you are a Carer?

Your caring responsibilities my have an impact on your health and well being. To help us offer you appropriate care please let the surgery know if you are a carer. You can either let us know over the phone, in person when you are next in surgery or by completing the online form below: