Carers First

The Carers First website contains over 80 articles to help you in your caring role.

Advice on supporting someone with everyday tasks including household chores and getting out and about.

Explaining everything you need to know about the free carers' assessments conducted by Kingston Carers' Network on behalf of the local authority.

You might be surprised by how much financial support is out there for carers including benefits, grants and discounts.

Covering a range of matters that you may come accross as a carer, from setting up a power of attorney to dealing with abuse.

As a carer, you may struggle to find the time to look after yourself too. Read tips on how to make it a priority.

It is vital that you plan ahead as a carer, including what would happen in an emergency and future care planning.

You may be entitled to lots of support from the local authority. See how you can access this help.

Everything you need to know about combining the world of work with being a carer.