About six million people in the UK provide unpaid care for a relative, friend or neighbour in need of support. The lives of carers are varied, but many people share similar concerns and experiences.

People caring for loved ones with a severe mental illness have said cuts to a support service will be "catastrophic". Somerset Council is planning to pull half its funding for the mental health carers ...

Carers having a carer's assessment are given the opportunity to discuss what matters most to them, including their own health, wellbeing and social care needs, and work, education, or training. A ...

Anyone caring for someone with dementia can get an carer's assessment. This page outlines the criteria used by the health and social care trust (HSCT) to work out the appropriate support. Order ...

People have the right to be involved in discussions and make informed decisions about their care, as described in NICE's information on making decisions about your care. Making decisions using NICE ...

Anyone with dementia is entitled to an assessment of their needs by the local authority. This is called a care needs assessment. It should identify what the person’s needs are, and what support would ...