Support for Unpaid Carers
Am I a carer?
An unpaid carer is someone who looks after a family member or friend who couldn’t cope without their help.
This might be due to a long-term illness, disability, mental health issue, or addiction. The care they give is unpaid.
The Unpaid Carers Hub
The Vale Unpaid Carers Hub is a place where unpaid carers can get help, advice and information.
The service gives unpaid carers practical and emotional support. It helps carers stay healthy and understand their role.
It offers a financial wellbeing service to support carers with money-related challenges. They can help with any of the following:
- Help with creating a financial support plan
- Benefits
- Grants
- Further support
Vale of Glamorgan Unpaid Carers
This service provides information for unpaid carers, including details of where they can find help through local services and support. This can be in their local community or through the Council.
Parent Carer and Young Carer Assessments
If you are an unpaid carer for a child with additional needs, you can get a carer assessment.
This will assess your own needs for help and support. The child’s brother or sister is also entitled to a Young Carers assessment.
The Early Help services can offer a referral for this service.
Contact Vale Family Compass on 0808 281 6727 (option 1) to speak to Early Help Services.
Young Carers
Vale Young Carers gives young carers the chance to access support, enjoy fun activities, make new friends, and take a break from their caring responsibilities.
The Early Help services can offer a referral for this service.
Contact Vale Family Compass on 0808 281 6727 (option 1) to speak to Early Help Services.
