Carers Direct

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

How to choose a care home

Are you finding it hard to make decisions about getting the right residential care for the person you care for? Read on to get the facts and advice on your caring role and accommodation options.

Care homes

Care homes :

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Household finance :

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New to caring?

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.

Advice on Carer's Allowance

Check whether you're entitled to Carer's Allowance and find out how to claim.

Guide to a carer's assessment

Our must-read guide to how a carer's assessment can help you.

Call Carers Direct on 0808 802 0202

Or contact us via our enquiry form.

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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National carers organisations online

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Where carers of adults and children with long-term conditions, mental illness and physical disabilities share their stories and offer advice.

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