Carers Direct

Start here If you're not sure where to start, read our quick guide to the Carers Direct website and how it can help you.

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

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.

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

Carers' lives Real stories of how carers have got the help they need and where they have found local support.

Understanding carers Advice for anyone who knows a carer, works with carers, or might be a carer in future.

Caring with Confidence Learn how to tackle the problems you face through this simple course for carers.