Support for Adult Carers

Find out about support for adult carers, Carer’s Assessments, local services, taking a break and planning for emergencies.

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Local support and services for adult carers

There are services in Staffordshire that can give you information, advice and support in your caring role. You can also find local groups and activities where you can meet other carers and stay connected.

Staffordshire Together for Carers

Staffordshire Together for Carers provides free information, advice and support for carers in Staffordshire.

Support includes:

  • one-to-one and group support
  • information, advice and guidance
  • help to find local support and activities
  • support to take a break from caring
  • help to plan for emergencies and the future
  • training and skills development
  • opportunities to connect with other carers

Contact Staffordshire Together for Carers

Find local groups and activities

You can use Staffordshire Connects to find local carers groups, activities and other support available in your community.

Tell your GP you are a carer

Let your GP practice know that you are an unpaid carer. Ask them what support may be available to you as a carer.