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28 Aug 2008, Time:02:59
Support Groups
Summary of Service
A carer is someone who looks after a relative, partner or a friend who cannot manage at home without help due to a disability or illness or because they are elderly or frail. According to the 2001 Census there are 39,886 carers in Wiltshire. Around 3 in 5 people will be a carer at some point in their lives.
Details of Service
Caring for someone can be very isolating. The Carer Support Agencies in Wiltshire are able to help you:
- By providing advice, information and support;
- Home visits;
- Cope with your caring responsibilities;
- Meet other carers through Carer Support Groups for mutual support, share experiences and chat in an informal and friendly setting;
- Have time out for yourself.
For more information, please see Support for Carers in Wiltshire.
Contact Details
By Post
Social Care Helpdesk
Wiltshire County Council
Department of Community Services
(Adult Social Care Services)
County Hall
Trowbridge
BA14 8LE
By Email
socialcarehelpdesk@wiltshire.gov.uk
By Telephone
01225 713001
By Fax
01225 713355
| A to Z Names | Support Groups, Carers - support groups and organisations |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Carer support groups and organisations |
| PID No. | 298 |
| IPSV Category | Carer support |
| Level 1 Name | Support Groups |
| IPSV ID | 4273 |
