A carer is someone who looks after a friend, relative or neighbour needing support owing to sickness, age or disability.

If you are a a carer you are not alone; every year 2 million people become carers. Many do not think of themselves as being carers; they are parents or partners, friends or neighbours, helping and caring for someone who needs their help. But recognising yourself as a carer can be the first step towards getting some support for you in your caring role.

Some useful links:

• Carers in Devon - all you need to know as a carer
• Your rights as a carer
• Where to find support

Further information:

• Caring for an older person
• Carers who are over 50
• Caring for people with a learning disability
• Caring for someone with a mental health problem
• Rotarians Easing Problems of Dementia  - a  user friendly guide for those affected by the various conditions that cause dementia.

Or click on ‘tell us more about yourself’ to be put in contact with a local carers’ support worker.