Carers First provides free help, advice, and practical support for unpaid carers across several regions in England. If you look after someone who is ill, disabled, frail, or has additional needs, Carers First is here to support you in your caring role.
We offer a wide range of services, including:
- One-to-one support for carers, including young carers and young adult carers.
- Online guidance on topics such as carer's assessments, end of life care, everyday tasks, financial support, legal matters, looking after yourself, planning ahead, support entitlements, working and caring, and hospital discharge.
- Condition-specific advice for those caring for people with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, addictions, learning disabilities, autism, sensory conditions, and more.
- Local support in Croydon, Essex, Haringey, Lincolnshire, Medway, Merton, Southend-on-Sea, and Waltham Forest.
- Online resources including carer stories, practical tips, and a Days Out Directory for free or discounted family activities.
- Courses and workshops such as the Caring Confidently course to help increase resilience and wellbeing.
Whether you are a carer seeking support or a professional wishing to refer someone, you can register with us or use our referral forms. If you live outside our service areas, we recommend using the Carers Trust directory to find support near you.
All services are free of charge.
Visit our website for more information, to register, or to access online support and resources.
Need to be registered with Carers First to be able to access this service. Use the link to register online or telephone 0300 303 1556