Support for carers
Find out where you can get help and support for carers.
You can contact these organisations yourself without speaking to a GP first.
Action for Carers Surrey
This organisation provides free independent advice and information - practical, financial and emotional - to support all Surrey carers of all ages and professionals who work with carers.
The service is free.
Phone: 0303 040 1234
Staying Independent
If you are struggling with everyday tasks, then simple equipment, practical aids, new technology or small changes to your home can make the difference between living independently and needing someone to help you or it can make caring for someone easier.
Phone: 0300 200 1005
Crossroads Care Surrey
A charity which specialises in providing respite breaks for unpaid carers so they can get some all-important downtime.
Patients can self-refer for support by contacting Crossroads Care Surrey.
The service is free.
Phone: 01372 869970
Email: enquiries@crosscroadscaresurrey.org.uk
Other organisations that could help you
There are a number of other NHS services and charity groups that work in our area.