Carers register
The practice has a carers register.
A carer is a person, probably a relative, perhaps just a good friend or neighbour who provides care, help and support for somebody with a disability, long term illness, learning difficulty or mental health problem.
This care, help and support can be demanding and draining emotionally, physically and financially. The carer is not paid to provide such care and often goes on providing it over a long period of time.
If you are a carer and are registered at the practice, please complete our register a carer form.
A Norfolk Carer’s pack is available from the surgery or by contacting the Norfolk Carer’s helpline on 0808 8089876. You can also order a Norfolk Carer’s pack from the Heron website by visiting www.heron.nhs.uk.
Carers UK
They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.
Phone
0808 808 7777
Website
Carers UK
Email
info@carersuk.orgSocial care and support guide
If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability, this guide explains your options and where you can get support.
Website
NHS: Social care and support guideCarers Matter Norfolk
Drawing on the expertise and experience of their teams, they seek to offer services which are tailored to meet what matters to you as a carer. You can access support online, on the telephone or in person.
Phone
0800 083 1148
Website
www.carersmatternorfolk.org.uk
Email
info@carersmatternorfolk.org.ukWest Norfolk Carers
West Norfolk Carers help give unpaid carers of all ages, relief from their overwhelming feelings of loneliness, responsibility and helplessness by providing professional support and advice to help overcome the emotional, financial and physical challenges presented by their caring role.
Phone
01553 768155
Website
www.westnorfolkcarers.org.uk
Email
info@westnorfolkcarers.org.uk
