Carers

ARE YOU A CARER?
 
Do you look after someone with a disability or illness?
 
Do you look after an elderly relative or friend?
 
Do you help out when you can?
 
Are you a Carer?
 
YES? Then this section of the site is for you.....
 
Most of this section is devoted to providing factual support material for carers of all ages and in all circumstances. Portsmouth City Council have a written strategy document detailing how Carers' needs should be met. The strategy document can be downloaded here. (PDF Document - 62kb)
 
The Portsmouth Carers Centre exists to provide information, support and access to breaks for Carers in Portsmouth. We can support access to breaks like Day Care and Sitting Service as well as working with individuals to find more tailored breaks. We can put you in touch with carers' support groups and sources of help, and also provide advice and a listening ear. The Carers Centre has a library of information available to browse on a wide range of topics of interest to Carers. We can also offer free Internet access by appointment.
 
Located at 65 Kingston Road and open between 11am to 1pm Monday to Thursday, you can drop in during opening hours or an appointment can be made at another time if this is more convenient.
 
At the centre are three Carers Development Workers and a part-time administrative assistant. The Carers Outreach Worker from the Partnership Project is also based at the Centre on Thursdays.
 
Carers Development Worker (Older People)
Provides information and support, not only to enable Carers of the elderly to support the cared for to the highest possible standard, but to ensure that each Carer has an opportunity to maintain their own health and well being. "If only there was ....... it would be such a help!" That longed for service may already be out there. Having a quick chat may be all you need.
 
Carers Development Worker (Adults)
Works with Carers of Adults (18 to 65 yrs). This involves supporting Carers, providing information and access to services. If you have a need for a short breaks service, and you would prefer something different, it may be possible to fund a more tailored break to suit your needs. For more details or to discuss any issue further, contact the Carers Centre
 
Young Carers Development Worker
Works with all Young Carers in the Portsmouth area to provide support, continuously develop the service and raise the awareness of Young Carers issues. Ensures that Young Carers living in the Portsmouth area have the opportunity to get a break from home life, have fun and gain mutual support from their peers at weekly groups. In addition to these groups there are various other opportunities including outings and day trips throughout the year. For more go to Young Carers Pages
 
Carers Outreach Worker
Available to give Information, Advice and Guidance on Benefits, Leisure and anything else that affects the everyday life of a Carer. Happy to do this within a group meeting or as a one to one in the Carer's own home. Primarily based at Highgrove Lodge in Drayton but will also spend some time at the Carers Centre. If you or someone you know would like a visit, please feel free to contact the Carers Centre.
 
Team Assistant
Provides administrative support for the Development Workers. Also co-ordinates production of "Take Care" and other publicity for the Carers Centre and its events