If you’re over 18 and provide regular unpaid care for someone, you’re entitled to a carer’s assessment.

A carer's assessment looks at what support you need, rather than the person you care for. 

There are lots of different types of support you could be entitled to, including:

• Practical help e.g. with cleaning or laundry 
• Training to help you with your caring role, for example in moving and handling
• Equipment or alterations to your home
• Emotional support such as counselling
• Breaks from caring, such as respite care for the person you care for 
• Advice about benefits 
• Support to improve your wellbeing, such as access to exercise classes, social activities or adult education. 

How do I request a carer's assessment?

If the person you care for has a social worker, they should do your carer's assessment alongside the needs assessment.

If you don't have a social worker, contact adult social services at your local council (or trust in Northern Ireland).

If you’re a carer for your child, contact the children with disabilities department at your local council (or trust in N.I.)

If you have any difficulty requesting or accessing a carer's assessment, our support team can help you, please get in touch.