Often, carers see themselves as someone who's simply looking after a loved one or friend. But if the person you care for couldn't cope without you and you don't get paid then you are a 'carer' and you are eligible to support.
Carers Oxfordshire is a free service for adult carers caring for adults, here are some of the reasons to contact us;
- Free Quarterly Newsletter; Care Matters full of useful information, news and articles specific to carers
- Emergency Carers Support Service; free emergency care for the person you look after in the event you are unable to because you, the carer, have had an emergency
- Free Carers Discount scheme, sponsored by Oxfordshire County Council - save on high street brands, supermarkets, holidays, local shops and more
- Information and advice; one to one support from specialist carers outreach workers.
- Information about benefits and grants that you could be entitled to
- Information about carers grants to help you have a break
- Support Groups where you can meet other carers and share experiences
- Training opportunities in manual handling, first aid and to give you ‘Confidence 2 Care’
If you would like to register with Carers Oxfordshire and have access to this information, advice and support service please call 0845 050 7666, email carersoxfordshire@oxfordshire.gov.uk or visit www.carersoxfordshire.org.uk