Carers Support

Who are carers?
A carer is a person of any age (including children) who provides unpaid support to a partner, relative, friend or neighbour who could not cope without their help. This could be due to old age, frailty, disability, a serious health condition, mental ill health or substance misuse. Parents of children who are disabled or who have a serious health condition are also considered to be carers.

There is a difference between a carer and care professionals who are paid to provide care. Some carers receive statutory payments or a direct payment for their caring role. Even when carers do not receive such payments, they are still considered to be carers.

Many carers may not identify themselves as a carer. Instead, they see themselves as someone’s partner, relative or friend who is simply ‘doing their best’ to help someone they care about.

Carers’ Champion
At Issa Medical we have a carer’s champion at each of our sites. It is their responsibility to take the lead on all carer-related matters, providing advice and direction to patients as required.

For further information please visit Carers UK or contact the surgery.