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A carer could be a relative, friend or neighbour. They don’t have to live with the person or be the only one to provide care. They may provide support with practical tasks such as washing, dressing, taking medicines and shopping. It may also involve emotional…

  On this page you will find information relating to services who can provide advice, guidance and support for parents/carers of children and young people with disabilities.  The County Council may be able to provide support following an assessment but there are also external organisations…

  On this page you will find information relating to services who can provide support for brothers and sisters of children and young people with disabilities and for children and young people who may have caring responsibilities for another person, which could include a family…

If you're living with the person you look after and they're awarded Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Attendance Allowance (AA), complete a claim form for Carer's Allowance (CA) as soon as possible after the award has been made. If they already…

A young carer is someone aged 18 or under who helps look after a relative who has a condition, such as a disability, illness, mental health condition, or a drug or alcohol problem. Most young carers look after one of their parents or care for…

Carer's Allowance is the main state benefit for carers, so it's important to find out if you can receive it.  You might be able to get Carer's Allowance if all of the following apply: you're 16 or over you spend at least 35 hours a…

Being a carer can make a significant difference to your state or personal pension, especially if you have to give up work to care. Your National Insurance (NI) number is the number used to keep track of your NI contributions and your entitlement to benefits. Your…

Friends and relatives are often the first people we turn to for help with our problems. Talking things through with them can be really helpful. People who find it hard to talk to others often write their thoughts in a diary, poem or letter first.…

Parents and carers: supporting you and your child From pregnancy to 7 years old The information on these pages shows the support available to parents and carers in the Nottinghamshire County Council area at different stages of your child’s development.  The NHS also has advice…