Carers

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Adults caring for adults >
A carer is someone who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, friend, partner or neighbour.
Day services for disabled and older people >
We arrange day services for disabled and older people whose needs have been assessed by adult services.

Short break services for disabled and older people >
We can arrange short breaks away from home for disabled people and older people.
Support groups for carers >
Find out more information about support groups in your area.
What is shared care? >
Shared care provides a service in your community to look after your child for a few hours per week.
Young carers >
Newcastle Young Carers is a service managed by Barnardo’s that can help you with your caring responsibilities.

NHS Direct >
NHS Direct is a 24 hour, confidential health informationa nd advice service. It provides advice from qualified nurses as well as infomration about health conditions and local health services.
Phone: 0845 46 47.
Newcastle Young Carers >
Provides support to young carers
Phone: 0191 212 0237
Ring Around Carers >
Gives carers the opportunity to phone other carers who may be in a similar situation. They can share experiences, advice and offer each other support.
Phone: 0191 221 2815
Carers Direct >
The NHS has developed Carers Direct to offer information, advice and support to carers.
Phone: 0808 802 0202
Carers UK >
An organisation led by carers for carers.
Phone: 0808 808 7777
Directgov >
A government website that provides easy to access public services and information.
Princess Royal Trust for Carers >
The largest provider of carers' support services in the UK.
Phone: 0844 800 4361