"72% of carers said they have experienced poor mental health as a result of their caring role and 61% reported physical ill health as a result of caring" (Carers UK 2019).

Carers often put the needs of the person they care for first which can result in their own health and wellbeing being affected. For many unpaid carers, the needs of the person(s) they care for have intensified during the pandemic. Some unpaid carers felt that the restrictions had contributed to a deterioration in the condition of the person(s) they care for which in turn had intensified their own caring role.

It is important that you take care of your own health, especially if you are busy caring for someone. We can provide you with information & support, plan for the future and help you to think about how you can access a break from caring.