Welcome

to the new web site for relatives and friends who care for people in Somerset with mental health problems.

Who is a Carer ?

A carer is someone who provides or intends to provide practical and emotional support to someone with a mental health problem. You may or may not live with the person you care for. You may be a relative, partner, friend or neighbour. You may be a young person, but now find yourself in the position of needing to support an unwell person.

The information found here and in our downloadable version is designed to assist carers in accessing information that will help them in their caring role.

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Somerset County Council - Being a Carer

Help in Hospital and at Home

You are Important Too

What to do if Things go Wrong

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Somerset County Council

Carers Services

Related Pages

Carers Rights

Carers Assessment Workers ( CAWs)

Carers Support Workers (CSWs)

Young Carers Workers

Planning Care

Main Mental Illnesses

Dealing With Difficult Behaviour

Self Harm

Questions?

Jargon

Support Services

Other Resources for Carers

Events Diary

Support Groups

Useful Contacts

Confidentiality

Related Links

Guide to the Mental Capacity Act for Carers 19th oct 2006

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