Help and Support for Carers

Go to Stroke Information Point

Carers Assessment

Carers Support Groups

Hounslow Crossroads Care Scheme

NHS Website  - guide to care and support

AgeUK - advice for carer

The Stroke Association:  Support for carers, Stroke: a carer's guide, useful links to support for carers

Different Strokes- Caring for somebody after a stroke

Carers UK - Help, advice and support for carers

Carers Trust  - Action, help and advice.

Carers Federation - The Carers Federation delivers a wide range of specialist information and support services.

Directgov- Caring for someone

Stroke4Carers - New web based stroke carers' resource Stroke4Carers is a free site that provides online help and support for carers. These include downloadable clips of service users talking about their experiences and practical tips relating to coping on a daily basis and communication etc. The benefits and Legislation is specific to Scotland. Provides practical advise and tips for carers, support for the carer, carers rights

Useful Links

Guide to caring

Carers' own wellbeing

Carers and work

Carers' assessments

Which? Elderly Care

Go to Stroke Information Point

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