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Carers in Derbyshire
If you’ve just become a carer, or had an increase in your caring responsibilities, it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to getting help and support.
Twitter: @CarersinDerbys
Facebook: @carersinderbyshire
Website: www.carersinderbyshire.org.uk
Carers Trust East Midlands
Carers Trust East Midlands Carers Services support over 800 family carers and the people they care for across Derbyshire. They offer a flexible, professional care service to people of all ages with a range of health conditions and disabilities.
Twitter: @CarersTrustEM
Facebook: @CTEastMidlands
Telephone: 0115 9628920
Website: www.carerstrustem.org
Email: hello@carerstrustem.org
Social Care and Support Guide
The NHS has a wealth of information on the help available from social services and charities, including helplines, needs assessments, advocacy and reporting abuse.
Care Homes
Moving into a care home is a big decision and it can cost a lot of money. Before choosing a care home for you or someone you know, it’s worth considering all of the options.
Website: NHS: Care homes
Health Watch Derbyshire
Local and national support services and information for carers in Derbyshire.
Twitter: @HWDerbyshire
Facebook: @HealthwatchDerbyshire
Telephone: 01773 880786
Website: www.healthwatchderbyshire.co.uk
Carers UK
They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.
Telephone: 0808 808 7777
Website: www.carersuk.org
Email: info@carersuk.org
Carers' Breaks and Respite Care
Respite care means taking a break from caring, while the person you care for is looked after by someone else. It lets you take time out to look after yourself and helps stop you becoming exhausted and run down. There are lots of respite care options available.
Website: NHS: Carers’ breaks and respite care
Derbyshire Carers Association
Derbyshire Carers Association recognise that the responsibility of caring for someone who cannot manage at home without help often places great physical and emotional strain upon the Carer. Whether you care for someone for a few hours a week or for 24 hours a day, they can offer you a wide range of confidential and independent services, helping you to care.
Twitter: @derbyshirecarer
Facebook: @derbyshirecarers
Telephone: 01663 745500
Website: www.derbyshirecarers.co.uk