Carers Wellbeing

A carer is anyone, of any age, who looks after another person who could not manage without them. The care they provide is unpaid. There are no qualifications or criteria that stipulate who is, or isn’t a carer.

Every carer’s story is different, yet the issues they face are often similar. Nearly half of carers struggle to balance employment with their caring role, others find it difficult to make time for their own health and wellbeing, and for many the situation can create serious financial difficulties.

There are 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK today, taking care of friends, relatives and loved ones. Nearly half also juggle work and childcare on top. There are many reasons people require care, including; illness, disability, frailty, mental health issues or addiction.

The following organisations offer support for Carers in the Stevenage area.

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Carers in Hertfordshire is a charity that provides support, information and advice to people who care for a family member or friend and have links to Hertfordshire. They also enable carers to participate in service planning and decision making by providing a platform for the voice of carers. Their other services include Admiral Nurses, Carer Support Hubs, Mentoring, Carers Passport Discount Card and more. Contact them on 01992 58 69 69, email contact@carersinherts.org.uk or visit their website here.

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The County Council provide advice and support for hard-working unpaid carers including support to understand finances and benefits available, how to get a break from caring, looking after your own health & wellbeing, and planning for the future amongst other things. Visit their website here for more information.