Carer’s Assessment

If you care for someone, you can have an assessment to see what might help make your life easier. This is called a carer’s assessment. It might recommend things like:

• Someone to take over caring so you can take a break

• Gym membership and exercise classes to relieve stress

• Help with taxi fares if you don’t drive

• Help with gardening and housework

• Training on how to lift safely

• Putting you in touch with local support groups so you have people to talk to

• Advice about benefits for carers

A carer’s assessment is free, and anyone over 18 can ask for one.

To get a carer’s assessment, you would need to contact your local ‘Children with Disabilities Team’. You could also ask your health visitor or school nurse for assistance.