Carers information
There are a huge number of carers in the UK, and more specifically Llanelli, who are caring for a loved one, be this through choice or necessity.
It can be a very demanding job, but please know there is help there for you. If you are a carer, please let us know – we will do all we can to help.
Support for carers
As a carer, remember to take care of yourself as well as the person you are caring for. Ensure you take regular breaks and make time for yourself.
Always reach out to family, friends, and other carers for support when you need it. There are many organisations that provide support for carers as well. They can provide advice and guidance on a range of issues, from financial matters to emotional wellbeing.Please remember, you are not alone and there is help and support available to you.
There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.
A guide to care and support
Information for carers and people who have care & support needs.
Caring for someone
Advice on providing care, medicines etc.
Care after hospital
Providing care for people who have been recently discharged from hospital.
Taking a break
Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care
Support and benefits for carers
Caring for someone can be a full-time job - find out about accessing breaks and respite care.
Work and Disability
Guidance, support and help with employment issues.
Being a Young carer
Advice for carers 18 or under and their entitlement to support
Contact Carers Direct
Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines
Finance and Law
Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance, and understanding the legal issues of caring.
Benefits for carers
Directing carers to the benefits that can help them in their caring role
Benefits for the under-65s
Advice and information on helping the person you look after get the benefits that they are entitled to.
Benefits for the over-65s
Advice and information on financial support for older people with a disability or illness.
Carer's Assessment
How your benefits maybe affected after the death of the person you look after and what happens to their benefits
Other benefits
Advice for carers and the people they are looking after on claiming a whole host of other benefits unrelated to their disability or caring
