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Are you looking after a loved one who cannot do without your help?
Then you are a carer!
The reason they need your help can be anything from illness to frailty. How old you are does not change whether you are a carer or not.
Being a carer is no easy task and there are many ways we can support you. Let us know if you are a carer and we can guide you in any way that you need. Even if you don't need support now, we can help you prepare for any future eventualities by recognising in your record your important role as a carer. Let us know at your next appointment or at your loved one's next appointment.
If you are younger than 18, it can be hard to balance looking after a loved one with school and just being you. If you ever wish to talk or need advice on how to get support, let us know and we can talk about what can be provided.
If you don't want to talk to us that is fine but we are always here to support. In the meantime, You can find resources below from how to get a carer's assessment and resources for support or advice. If you are a young carer we have provided links on some amazing services out there especially for you as well
Resources for all carers
Local Carer Assessment
A free assessment provided by local authorities discussing whether you are able or willing to carry on caring.
Carers Emergency Card Scheme
This scheme allows carers to prepare alternative support arrangements for the person that they care for. To be used when they are not able to carry out their caring responsibilities due to an emergency.
Well Newham
A community for support provides advice and support.
Newham Rise
Support specific for patient drug and alcohol use effect on carer -
AskSARA
Clear, tailored advice written by experts on ways to help with daily activities
Voiceability
Free and independent advocacy services including Mental Health (IMHAs) and Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs).
Newham Carers Community
Offer free and confidential advice, information, activities and support to unpaid carers living or caring for someone living in Newham.
Carers UK
For unpaid carers with expert information, advice and support.
Carers Trust
ndependent Age, Age UK, and condition-specific charities (e.g. Alzheimer's Society, Macmillan) for carers of people with specific conditions.
Carers Week
Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.
Resources for young carers
Newham Renewal Project
A community charity that provides you with support as a carer and as a child. Organises trips and activities so you don’t miss out on anything and tuition support if that is what you need.
Young Carers in Schools programme
A free initiative for resources and support to help you succeed at school.