If you a carer please let us know – we may be able to help you (you can fill in a form at the bottom of this page).
There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring. Below are some links into the site that we hope you will find useful.
Information for carers and people who have care & support needs.
Advice on providing care, medicines etc.
Providing care for people who have been recently discharged from hospital.
Caring for someone can be a full-time job – find out about accessing breaks and respite care.
Support and benefits for carers
Caring for someone can be a full-time job – find out about accessing breaks and respite care.
Guidance, support and help with employment issues.
Advice for carers 18 or under and their entitlement to support
Please click the link below for the Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre website:
Contact Carers Direct
Telephone
0808 802 0202
Helpline Information
http://www.nhs.uk/carersdirect/carerslives/updates/pages/carersdirecthelpline.aspx
Email
[email protected]
Office Hours
Lines are open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm at weekends. Calls are free from UK landlines.
Please complete the form below to tell us that you are a carer.
There is more information about help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability on the NHS website.
