Herefordshire Carers Support
Herefordshire Carers Support is a registered charity providing practical support and advice to the carer community in the county.

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Who is a Carer?

A carer is someone who, without payment provides help and support to a partner, child, relative, friend or neighbour, who could not manage without their help. This could be due to age, physical or mental illness, addiction or disability.

Talk to us if you are, or work with:-

  • An Adult Carer
  • A Parent Carer (Anyone who provides care and support to a child under 18 who is ill, has a disability or any additional needs.)
  • A Young Carer (a young person under 18 with caring responsibilities).

For the latest news and updates please click here to visit our news page.


Caring for Carers Award 2012

Nominate your GP or surgery for this special award by writing to us about how they support you in your caring role.

For more information click here.

Opportunity to become involved in the selection and training of social workers

Redditch college in association with Worcester University are offering paid work for Carers to become involved with the selection and training of social workers on the degree course. Training is given and travel expenses covered in addition to the payment for the sessions you attend. Childcare/care costs are also covered. You don't need any formal qualifications. If you are interested to know more please contact Jacqui Bremner. 01432 356068 JacquiBremner@herefordshirecarers.co.uk

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