organisation for carers

There are a number of organisation and services that can provide support and advice for carers

We have put together some useful contact information for local and national organisations.

Locally:

• North Somerset Crossroads provides a range of services to support carers of all ages
• North Somerset Alzheimers Society provides a range of services to people who are living with dementia, their families and friends
• Weston Area Health Trust – information booklet for carers about hospital admissions
• North Bristol NHS Trust Patient Advice and Liaison Service confidential service for patients, relatives or carers who would like advice about any aspect of care or services they have received from the North Bristol NHS Trust.
• University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust information for patients and carers
• Avon and West Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust provider of specialist mental health services operating across Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.  Carers Pack
• Learning Disability in North Somerset support for carers
• Carelink
• Home Care Services
• Older People's services

National:

• Carers UK works to improves carers' lives through research, information provision and campaigning
• Princess Royal Trust for Carers information, advice, discussions forums and support for carers
• Crossroads Charity providing short term breaks to carers in their own homes. Guide to local schemes, newsletter and information
• Surgery Door online health information and advice with specific section for carers
• Guide to the NHS  includes range of information for carers