Carer Support Workers
Carer Support Workers offer information, advice and support to Carers across the County of Derbyshire on a wide range of issues to assist them in their caring role.
They provide assistance via telephone, home visits and Carer Support Groups.
Carers Assessment
A Carers Assessment will help to identify the support you need as a Carer and the things that could make your caring role easier for you. It can provide access to support such as:
• Information about the condition or illness of the person you care for and signposting to support services.
• Details of Carer Support Groups
• Help to access training courses (e.g., moving and handling).
• Guidance on how your GP can support you.
• Advice on balancing caring responsibilities with your health and wellbeing.
• Services to enable you to take a break from caring.
• Support to create an emergency or crisis plan.
• Advice on how to access services such as housing, employment support and education
• A person-centred and family approach, considering everyone involved in care, including young carers or other family members.
To access support for yourself or someone else, please complete our referral form or call 01773 833833 to discuss your needs.
Carers Personal Budget - Derbyshire County
A Carer Personal Budget is an amount of money provided following a Carers Assessment to support you in your caring role. It is not means-tested, and if eligible, you can choose how to spend it on activities or items that improve your quality of life as a Carer.
Eligibility is based on your Carers Assessment and current needs. The budget is not automatically renewed and is assessed individually each time.
To request a Carers Assessment or review, contact Derbyshire All Age Carers Support Service on 01773 833 833
For more information about eligibility and carers’ rights, visit: http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/carers
