Derbyshire Carers Association is a non-profit charity therefore we rely on donations from the public in order to carry out our work.
Established in 1988, Derbyshire Carers Association supports carers who look after a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, mental health problems or an addiction cannot cope without their help and support.
Many people who are supporting someone do not see themselves as a 'carer' but as relatives or friends. Caring for others can be complex and demanding, physically taxing and mentally draining.
Carers often become so focused on the person they care for that they forget to look after themselves.
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Services Offered
Listed below are some of the services we provide, please click on the links for more information.
* Carer assessments * Help with Personal Budgets * 1-1 Support * Emergency planning * Information and advice * Local carer support groups * Respite opportunities * Carers News magazine * Training * Volunteering opportunities * Liaison with health professionals and partner organisations
Fees and Payment
This is a registered charity
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