What support is available for carers?

To find out about local carer support services, including carer centres near you, Care Information Scotland provides a detailed list of all carer centres and young carers services across Scotland, just follow this link.

Shared Care Scotland have compiled a comprehensive list of home-based activities to help unpaid carers, and those they care for, to have a ‘break’ at home. Click here for details.

To access free online group therapy, including sessions on self esteem, self confidence and mindfulness, you can click on Re-Connect CBT or phone 0141 303 3131 or email: enquiries@thewisegroup.co.uk

There is also support available to you through national services Breathing Space and NHS24.

Please also have a look at the resources on this website and see if there’s anything that might help you during these difficult times.