It’s an opportunity for you to talk about the things that
could make caring easier. This could be providing additional services for the
person you’re looking after, or services for you as a carer. It may also
include respite care.
You can still have a carer’s assessment even if the person
you care for refuses help or an assessment themselves.
During your assessment
During the assessment, you will be able to discuss your role
as a carer, how it affects you and what help you might benefit from. It’s
important to think about your own health and wellbeing and to make sure you
still get time for yourself.
You can get a carer’s assessment whether you care for
someone with a physical or a mental health problem. The assessment isn’t linked
to Carer’s Allowance (financial support for carers).
How can I get an
assessment?
To find out about getting an assessment, you can:
Speak to a member of our staff
Contact your localsocial services team
Contact Carers Direct
by calling 0808 802 0202 (lines are open 8am-9pm Monday to Friday, 11am-4pm at
weekends)
