Becoming a carer can affect a person’s finances, social life, education and employment, and general health and well-being. Who cares? Over 7 million people in the UK do and many are here in Dorset.
We support all carers who care for someone in Dorset Council area. We help them to access services and information to make their caring role easier.
Our services include:
- Support, information and advice
- Information on local support groups and carer cafes
- Opportunities to get involved and shape services
- Our regular newsletters, keeping carers up-to-date with news, what’s on and services available
- Access to the Dorset Carers’ Card – saving you money
- Regular training sessions for carers
- Our ‘Here to Talk’ befriending service
