Support for carers
Are You an Unpaid Carer?
More than three in five of us will become unpaid carers at some point in our lives. This means looking after a family member, partner, or friend who is ill, disabled, has a mental health condition, or is elderly and frail.
What Does Being a Carer Involve?
You might not think of yourself as a carer-but if you regularly support someone with daily tasks like washing, dressing, attending appointments, or simply keeping them company, you are a carer.
Watch this short film from local charity Caring Together to learn more about what it means to be an unpaid carer:
Support for Carers in Norfolk
If you are an unpaid carer living in Norfolk, there is a wide range of support available to help you in your caring role:
Carers Matter Norfolk
Carers Matter Norfolk offers free, independent, and confidential support. They can help with:
- Financial and practical advice
- Your rights as a carer
- Health and wellbeing support
- Education and training
- Opportunities to have your voice heard through Carers Voice
Types of Carers and Support Available
- Adult Carers (18+): Entitled to a Carer's Assessment via Carers Matter Norfolk or Norfolk County Council.
- Young Carers (under 18): Supported by Children's Services Early Help Teams. Call 0344 800 8021.
- Young Adult Carers (16-17): Eligible for a Transition Carer's Assessment to prepare for adulthood.
- Parent Carers: Parents of children with disabilities under 18 can request a Parent Carer Needs Assessment.
You may also be entitled to state benefits to help with the cost of caring.
Find out more about benefits for carers
Carer-Friendly Employer Recognition
We're proud to share that Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust has been awarded the Carer Friendly Tick - Employers award. This recognises our commitment to supporting staff who are also carers.
Need More Help?
Here are some additional organisations that offer support and advice for carers: