A carer is any of us who cares, unpaid, for a family member or friend who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction, cannot cope without our support.
Many of us who look after someone do not see ourselves as family carers. It normally takes two years for people to recognise themselves as being a carer.
Caring Together are here to help you if you are a carer in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough or Norfolk. It is easy to ask for support.
Our website has information on the support we have for adult carers including groups for carers, emergency planning and carer voice. There is also support and information available for young carers. We offer homecare, which can play an important part in looking after the person you care for and in giving you a break. We also have information on subjects such as carer’s assessments. The advice section of our website may also be helpful to you.
If you want to be kept up to date on our news and information for carers, or for people who are involved in helping and supporting carers in a professional or volunteer role, you can sign up to receive Inside news for carers every month.