Do you look after a relative or friend who cannot manage without your help at home? Does an ill or disabled adult or child depend on your support? Does the responsibility of caring for another person affect your own life?
Then you are a Carer!
The Princess Royal Manchester Carers Centre offers a range of services to carers. These include:
- Individual appointments - meet a member of staff to discuss concerns
- Advocacy - working with carers to get your voice heard
- Carers Groups and Drop-ins - meet with other carers, share experiences, relax
- Carers Newsletter - a quarterly newsletter free to carers
- Carers Break Service and "Time For Me" fund - access to short breaks and social events
Carers Week 13th -19th June 2005
It's National Carers Week from 13th - 19th June and the theme is 'Work Rest & Play'. To celebrate, the Manchester Carers Centre Carersline is being extended to a full day from 16th June 2005 thanks to funding from Manchester City Council.
CarerslineTelephone: 0161 835 40909.30am - 4.30pm, Monday-Friday
Ring the Carersline for...
- Confidential, independent, free information and advice.
- For a chance to talk at your own pace to someone who listens.
- For help to "get through the system".
Or you can get advice by email
Carers and benefits
Some carers can increase their income because of an entitlement to welfare benefits. Don't miss out! Find out more about carers and benefits on AdviceKit Manchester or contact the Princess Royal Trust Manchester Carers Centre for help.
Information on other websites
Manchester Carers Centre
Find out more about support for carers in Manchester
Manchester Carers Forum
The voice of carers in Manchester
Manchester City Council
Services for carers in Manchester
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers
National website for carers
Carers UK website
National carer-led organisation working for all carers
Need more help? Live in Manchester? Send us an email
Information Provider:
Manchester Advice
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