

Are you a Carer?
If you are looking after someone who couldn’t cope without your help, we really would like you to let us know, so that we can ensure you receive all the support and information we can give. A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support. You are a Young Carer if you are under 18 in this role.
You can be added to the practice 'carer register' and gain access to information and support. This includes access to a named Carer Champion.
The Practice Carers Champions are: Rachel Dales and Helen Noon.
A Carer Champion is a staff member at your practice who support carers.
As a Carer, you are entitled to an annual flu vaccine, a health check and can request a Carers Assessment.
Ask in your GP practice for more information.
Carers can get information, advice and tailored support by contacting the Nottinghamshire Carers Hub by calling 0115 824 8824. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm.
You can speak to an experienced support worker who will provide a personalised service that meets your individual needs. The service is available to all carers and all ages.
Alternatively, you can contact them using the following methods:
Web: www.nottinghamshirecarershub.org/
Email: hub@carerstrustem.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CTEastMidlands
Information and support for Carers (including carer’s assessments) provided by Nottinghamshire County Council can be found at
https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/care/adult-social-care/carers/support-for-carers or by contacting the Customer Service Centre on 0300 500 8080
Click here to view the April 2022 Nottingham County Council newsletter.
Click below for information on the Nottingham Carers Hub and upcoming Carer Support Group dates.
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Are you a young carer?
Nottinghamshire Carers Association and Castle Healthcare Practice are here to help.
Click here and here to view more information or ask to speak to the Practice Carers Champion.
Rushcliffe Carers Support Group
Come and meet a friendly support group, meet other carers, access information, support and training.
The meeting is the first Tuesday of the month 1:30pm-3:30pm at Church of the Holy Rood, Village Street, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12 4AB.
Click here for more details.
There is a wealth of information on NHS Choices about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.
- Caring for a parent
Watch this video on: caring for a parent at home
- Telling people
Caring responsibilities can make it difficult to maintain friendships or develop new ones. Telling your friends you're a carer is important so they understand and can support you.
- Taking a break
Caring for someone can be a full-time job, but it's essential that you take time out for yourself too. Read our guide to accessing breaks and respite.
- Housing and carers
Do you know your tenancy rights as a carer? Are you aware of all your care at home options? Do you need tips on moving someone around the home?
Carers support groups
Contact Carers Direct Telephone: 0808 8020202 Helpline: Email: CarersDirect@nhsChoices.nhs.uk Office Hours: Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines. | |
Finance and Law
Help claiming benefits, looking after your bank balance and understanding the legal issues of caring.
- Benefits for carers
Directing carers to the benefits that can help them in their caring role.
- Benefits for the person you care for
Advice and information on helping the person you look after get the benefits that they are entitled to.
- Death and benefits
How your benefits maybe affected after the death of the person you look after and what happens to their benefits.
- Managing someone's legal affairs
Advice for when carers find they have to take over the legal affairs of the person they are looking after.
- Other benefits
Advice for carers and the people they are looking after on claiming a whole host of other benefits unrelated to their disability or caring.
- Personal and household finance
Advice on keeping a tight rein on household and personal finance for carers.
- Social fund
- Tax credits
Information on claiming tax credits and whether you might be eligible.
Additional Information from Nottinghamshire Help Yourself
Welcome to Nottinghamshire Help Yourself
Council Carer's Hub
Message from Rushcliffe CCG:-
See attached the final copy of the new carers information pack created by Notts CC and local NHS Nottinghamshire (CCGs).
The booklet is generic and can be used in any area of Nottinghamshire.
You can use the E-version from now to print out the information and attach to your websites.
Information for Carers Leaflet
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PLEASE CLICK ON THE POSTER TO VIEW THE JULY 'VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS' AVAILABLE FOR CARERS
VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS
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FREE RESPITE SERVICE FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE CARERS - PLEASE SEE POSTER FOR MORE INFORMATION
FREE RESPITE FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE CARERS