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Caring for someone at home

Find practical advice on caring for someone at home, from managing everyday care and medication to getting support and looking after your own wellbeing.

Practical caring advice

Find practical advice to help with the everyday responsibilities of caring for someone at home. Learn ways to provide safe, comfortable support and respond to changing care needs.

Support for carers

Find out what help and support is available to unpaid carers, including carers’ assessments, respite care and local support services. Get practical guidance on looking after your own health and wellbeing while caring for someone else. 

Carers’ benefits & rights

Understand the benefits and rights available to unpaid carers, including Carer’s Allowance, carers’ assessments and rights at work. Find out what support you may be entitled to and how to access it.

Need help finding home care? Call our free helpline

Our Care Help service makes finding support easier, helping you feel more confident about the way forward. 

  • Understand your options 
  • Help narrowing your search
  • A personalised shortlist of home care providers