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Directory of local support for carers
Listings of organisations and services that offer support to carers in Southwark
Short breaks and respite care for carers
| Organisation or service | Support available for carers |
|---|---|
| Short breaks for children and young people | Southwark’s Short Breaks Service provides afterschool, weekend and holiday clubs for children and young people aged 5 to 19+ with an Education, Health and Care Plan. |
| Hotel stays for carers | Carefree carers charity offer free 1 and 2-night hotel stays for unpaid carers aged 18+ who care for someone full time (30 hours plus). The carer and a companion can book free stays across the UK (small admin fee may apply). |
| Support for people eligible for care under the Care Act |
You may be eligible for social care services if you or the person you care for are assessed as having needs that are eligible under the Care Act. This may include:
You can find out more about social care services on the adult social care section of our website. |
| Carers assessments | A carer's assessment is about you and your role as a carer. It looks at what you need to look after yourself and stay safe and well while caring for another person. |