Carers Information

Information programmes for carers of people with dementia. Please click on this link for more information.

Benefits of registering with your practice

We care about the impact your caring role has, and want to do as much to support you as we can. As a registered carer with us you gain access to the following benefits:

• Opportunity of involvement in the care plan of the person you look after – Speak to their doctor together about giving consent to share information with you.
• Get signposted to useful information and support that can help you in your role – please see information below about our drop-ins or get in contact with your carer champion.
• Make life easier by booking appointments at convenient times – just mention you are a carer next time you make an appointment. Don’t forget you can book home visits or phone consultations.
• Look after yourself by getting annual health checks and free flu vaccinations – we will send you an invite to the flu clinic via text.
• Stay informed about events happening near you through text messages – don’t forget to keep your details with us up to date to receive updates.
• Reduce the need to explain your role each time you contact the practice – we will note on your file that you are a carer so all staff are aware.
• Have  your say about services for carers by joining the Patient Participation Group – just ask at reception for further details.

Nottinghamshire Carers Association

Nottinghamshire Carers Association works with schools, health and social care professionals to raise awareness of Carers.

• https://nottinghamshirecarers.co.uk/

We are supporting organisations to identify Carers and Young Carers and offer the best support possible. Contact Nottinghamshire Carers Association on info@nottinghamshirecarers.co.uk

Nottinghamshire County Council

Telephone: 0300 500 8080 
Email:  enquires@nottscc.gov.uk
Website: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/adult-social-care/carers/carers-assessment

and

https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/adult-social-care/carers/support-for-carers

As a Carer, you are entitled to have your needs assessed by Adult Care Services.  A Carer’s Assessment is a chance to talk about your needs as a carer and the possible ways help could be given to you. It separate to a community care assessment, which looks at the needs of the person you care for, and does not impact it. There is no charge for an assessment.

Why should I have a carer’s assessment?

The carers assessment can give you access to:

• a personal budget – funding for you to have time away from your caring role
• short breaks – enabling you and the person you care for to have a short break
• advice and information about services including the emergency card and other

 services and schemes funded by Nottinghamshire County Council to support carers

• advice from trained staff who can signpost you on to local and national services

 that exist to help and support you.

As a Young Carer you are entitled to an assessment. An assessment will allow you to talk about the care you are providing and you may be offered help such as;

• assistance towards school trips
• assistance towards school/ college activities
• leisure activities; spending time with friends
• help towards hobbies and interests
• equipment to aid with your education e.g. books, laptops
• help towards employment opportunities

Get in touch using the details below to find out more about assessments and get access to information & support.

Tel: 01623 433500

Email: early.help@nottscc.gov.uk

Support for Young Carers

Have a look at the Action for Young Carers website for details on help, support and activities available for you.

NHS help: click here

There is helpful information, advice and guides available around every aspect of caring by Carers UK on topics such as Financial Support, Practical Support, Health, Work and Career, Your Relationships, and Equipment and Technology. As well as Useful Guides to caring. Please click on the topic of interest to you to be taken to the relevant page on their website.