About Unpaid Carers Guide

This site shares practical information for unpaid carers in the UK, and for those who are caring for someone else but yet realise they are an unpaid carer or might prefer not to use the label.
It focuses on clarity, wellbeing, and making sure you get the support you need as an unpaid carer, including how understand and prepare for a Carer’s Assessment under the Carer Act (2014).

This site provides general guidance and information, we’re not able to take on individual support work and our guidance should not be considered professional, legal or medical advice. We encourage all unpaid carers to register with their local carers support service to ensure they get the right support for them, we’re here to guide and help you understand.