Telford and Wrekin
All Age Carers Centre
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Involving, Inspiring, Supporting
Empowering Unpaid Carers
01952 240209
Overview
Adult Carers
Are you over 18 and providing unpaid support to someone who is ill, disabled, frail, or living with mental health or substance misuse challenges? Our doors and phones are open to support you.
You might be helping with:
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Physical care – lifting, moving or helping someone get around
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Emotional support – listening, comforting or calming
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Medical support – managing or giving medication
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Personal care – washing, bathing or toileting
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Household tasks – cooking, cleaning, shopping or laundry
If so, you are an adult family carer - and we’re here to support you.
Health and Wellbeing
Caring can be physically and emotionally draining. You might feel tired, anxious, overwhelmed or isolated, and miss the life you had before.
Caring for someone can impact many areas of your life. You might find yourself needing support with:
Why Might You Need Support?
Social Life and Friendships
It can be hard to keep up with friends or take time for yourself when your caring role is demanding and unpredictable.
Working and Caring
Balancing a job with caring responsibilities can be exhausting. You may feel unsupported at work or unsure how to talk to your employer.
