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Assessing your needs as a carer
Complete an assessment of your needs so that we can support you
CRISP and services for carers
CRISP is the Carers Resource, Information and Support Programme
Young carers
Support for children and young people who take on caring responsibilities
Benefits and financial support
Information about money matters, including welfare benefits
Planning for emergencies
Advice on preparing for an emergency
Carers in Crisis: Emergency back-up scheme
This scheme helps the person you care for in an emergency, when you are unable to provide your usual support
Take a break from caring
Helping you take a break away from your caring responsibilities
Legal information for carers
Information and advice about making decisions on behalf of the person you care for
Your rights at work as a carer
Information about your rights at work as a carer
Carers’ events and training
Join the Carers’ Information Service to find out about training courses and social events for carers
When your caring role changes or ends
What to think about when your caring role changes
Support groups for carers
There are a range of support groups and contacts for carers
Carer statement for Our Dorset
Sharing our ambition for everyone to have the best possible health and care outcomes, and live healthier, longer and fulfilling lives
Carers of someone with memory loss
If you are caring for a person with dementia, you may sometimes find their behaviour confusing, irritating or difficult to deal with.
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