Do you provide unpaid care to someone?
It’s Carer’s Rights Day on Thursday 21st November 2024. If you provide unpaid care to someone who is unable to manage without help, then you may have rights as a carer.
In Devon, there are over 74,500 carers, including at least 2,400 young carers (under 18 years old). That’s an estimation, because many people providing unpaid care don’t recognise themselves as being a carer.
As a carer, you’re entitled to a range of support.
For adult carers of other adults, support is available from Devon Carers. For information, advice, and support, visit the Devon Carers website, email info@devoncarers.org.uk or contact the Helpline on 03456 434 435. The Helpline is available Monday to Fridays from 8am to 6pm (except Bank Holidays) and on Saturday from 9am to 1pm.
For young carers, aged up to 18 years old, support is available from Devon Young Carers. For information, advice, and support, visit the Devon Young Carers website, email youngcarers@devoncarers.org.uk or contact the Helpline on 03456 434 435.
