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Advocacy for Carers - wiltshire carers policy & strategy
Wiltshire Carers Policy & Strategy 2003 - 2006
How many carers in Wiltshire?
39886 people in Wiltshire said in the 2001 Census that they have a caring role.
Why do we need a strategy?
Most carers are managing with no support from Statutory and Voluntary Agencies.
Many carers do not recognise themselves as carers and do not know they can have help but would benefit from some kind of support.
New legislation and a government grant have created new opportunities to develop and provide services for carers.
How was the strategy developed?
A working group which included carers drafted the Strategy and consulted widely with carers, through Carers Voice, Carers Action Groups and with Voluntary and Statutory organisations.
The Strategy reflects views of many carers and has been adopted by Wiltshire County Council, the West Wiltshire, Kennet and North Wiltshire and South Wiltshire Primary Care Trusts and the Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust.
How will carers issues be addressed in Wiltshire?
Framework for planning and developing services
Local planning groups, which include carers, are making local plans to take the Strategy forward and monitor progress.
Better information
We will work together to make sure carers get the information they need when, where and how they need it.
Good assessment, support and services
Assessment and services will be promoted to meet the needs of all carers. Particular attention will be paid to working with carers of people with mental health needs, carers from black and ethnic minorities and to the employment needs of carers.
Consulting and involving carers
We are committed to doing this in ways which do not impose a burden on carers. Carers Voice and Carers Action Groups have been developed to help us listen to carers views.
How will we report on progress?
Through updates on websites, Carers Voice reports and Carers Support newsletters.
Contact Details
By Post
Social Care Help Desk
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
Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm
