Carers Direct

Welcome to Carers Direct: information, advice and support for carers

Tell us your story

Read about other carers and the people they care for, and how they make use of the help and services around them to help make life that little bit easier.

Real stories

Get in touch

New to Carers Direct?

Carers' community

Guide to caring

A step-by-step guide to the practical help, support and advice that's on offer to carers, and how to get it.

Money and legal

Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance and understanding the legal issues of caring.

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Carers' lives

News, views and real stories of carers and the issues they face.

Your wellbeing

As a carer it's important to take time to look after yourself. Get advice on keeping fit and healthy.

Work and study

Want to combine working or studying with your role as a carer? This advice can help you manage the two.

Young carers

Under 18 and looking after someone? Find out here what help is available.

Call Carers Direct on 0808 802 0202

Or email CarersDirect@nhschoices.nhs.uk.

Free, confidential information and advice for carers.

Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines.

More about the Carers Direct helpline.

Services near you

Find addresses, phone numbers and websites for services for carers near you.

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