Carers

Care Act 2014

Under the Care Act 2014, the Council has a duty to provide information, advice and support; this is to make sure that Carers' well-being is promoted by helping them to reduce their support needs through maintaining independence and good health, and promoting well-being. All partners work with carers to identify the resources already available to them in their family and community networks and put support in place to complement these where necessary. 

Who is a carer?

You are a Carer if you are 18 years old or older and you look after:

• an adult (18 years and older) who is ill, disabled or frail and cannot manage without your help; or
• a person who is perhaps a relative or friend, whether or not they live with you

As a carer do you need the support?

The Worcestershire Integrated Carers Hub supports unpaid adult carers across the County and builds on Worcestershire Association of Carers current provision, by providing a one stop shop for carers. To find out more visit Worcestershire Association of Carers (opens in new window) or call 0300 012 4272.

Downloads

Download: Carers fact sheet

Download: Download: Worcestershire Carers Strategy

Contacts

Adult Contact Team
Telephone: 01905 768053

Worcestershire Association of Carers (opens in a new window)
Telephone: 0300 012 4272

Stroke Association (opens in a new window)
Telephone: 0303 3033 100

Councillors and officers pledge their support for carers

Paula Furnival

Adrian Hardman