Emergency card service
What would happen to the person you care for if you were suddenly unable to look after them?
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Features of the service:
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Contingency planning
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Carers Emergency Card to carry in wallet or purse
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24/7, year round emergency phone line
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Information about other care services
**All aspects of the service are completely free
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Examples of an emergency:
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You are late or unable to get home
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You have an accident
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You suddenly become ill
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Because of another crisis, you are needed elsewhere
Training and information
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Have a look at our Events page for upcoming training sessions.
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Condition-specific training: Learning about dementia, autism, mental health, etc., can boost confidence.
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Manual handling, first aid, medication management: Makes care safer for both carer and person cared for.
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Online resources and workshops: Available at flexible times to fit around care responsibilities.
Equipment and home adaptations
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​Mobility aids (hoists, stair lifts, walkers): Reduce physical strain on the carer.
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Assistive technology (alarms, apps, sensors): Promotes independence and gives carers peace of mind
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Home improvements: Ramps, grab rails, or bathroom adaptations funded through grants.
Peer Support
We have lots of Peer Support Groups, these are a space to share experiences and tips with others who understand.
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Carer Support Groups​ - All carers are welcome to come along for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat with other carers
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Male Carer Groups - Specifically for male carers, statistics show that more carers are female and male carers struggle to identify as a carer
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Working Carer Groups - These are held in the evening to enable more carers who are also juggling their caring role with a 'day job' to be able to come along
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Parent Carer Groups - for carers of children and young adults with disabilities and additional needs
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Former Carer Groups - a new group for people whose caring role has come to an end.
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Carer Led Groups - These groups are organised by carers with our support.​​
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If you would like to attend any of the above groups, please book via our Events page
Flexible working and employer support
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Right to request flexible or part-time working: Helps balance care and employment.
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Carer-friendly workplaces: Understanding managers, compassionate leave policies, or carer support networks.
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Click below to read more about Working Carer support through Carers UK.