Support for carers

Last Updated: Monday, 29 January 2024

How we can help carers

It is important for you and the person you care for that you tell us about your caring responsibilities.

We can :-

• support you with any physical health issues related to your caring role, like tiredness
• make you aware of the carer’s flu vaccination each year
• talk to you about your mental health and the impact of your caring role
• provide you with general information and advice
• refer you to helpful organisations and services that can improve your caring situation
• give you flexible appointments at times that suit you
• refer you for a Carer’s Break payment if your caring role is impacting your health, potentially meaning you can take a break.

Digital Resources for unpaid carers

Carers UK and NHS England are working together with primary care to deliver the Digital Resource for Carers, an online platform that hosts a wealth of information and support for carers, directly through GP Practices and health professionals.

The Digital Resource for Carers includes e-learning, guides and comprehensive signposting, access to MyBackUp, a simple contingency planning tool for what might happen in an emergency, and Jointly, Carers UK’s care co-ordination app.

• Read more about the Digital Resources here [PDF]
• Read more about the Jointly app here - and sign up using the same code DPCN9533

To register for the digital resources, go to www.carersdigital.org and use the Access Code for Cheshire & Merseyside: DPCN9533

Do you feel like you need some support and guidance, or even just a chat?

Local Solutions is commissioned by Liverpool City Council to provide support for carers in the city.

They are available to help answer any question you have about support that is available.

More information about all of their services for Carers is available on their website.