For professionals
Carers Oxfordshire supports unpaid carers across the county with information, advice and practical support.
Professionals play a vital role in helping unpaid carers recognise themselves, access support and feel less alone in their caring role.
Many people do not identify as an unpaid carer. They may see themselves simply as a parent, partner, family member or friend helping someone they love. By recognising the signs and starting a conversation, you can help someone discover that support is available.
You can find out more about the support and services we provide throughout our website, or in our Services Handbook.
Who we help
We support adult and parent unpaid carers aged 18 and over who care for someone living in Oxfordshire. The person they care for can be any age, and they don’t need to live with them. They may need support due to having a disability, mental or physical illness, an addiction, or other additional needs.
Find out more about who is an unpaid carer on our “Am I a carer?” page.
How you can help
If you’re supporting someone who may have caring responsibilities, you can help them access the right support by signposting or referring them to Carers Oxfordshire.
We work with professionals across health, social care, community services and other organisations to ensure unpaid carers can access advice, guidance and support that is right for them.
By connecting someone with Carers Oxfordshire, you can help them access:
- Local groups, events and activities
- Information and advice tailored to their caring situation
- Support to look after their own wellbeing
- Opportunities to meet and connect with other carers
- Guidance around benefits, rights and practical support
Referrals
If you know someone who may benefit from support, you can refer them to Carers Oxfordshire using our referral form.
Once referred, a member of our team will contact the carer to understand their situation and discuss the support available.
Professionals can refer a carer by completing our referral form.
Keep up to date
Keep up to date with the latest information for unpaid carers in Oxfordshire.
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Support for the person being cared for
We are here to support unpaid carers. If you have questions about support for the people they care for contact the appropriate local authority team – SEND support or Adult Social Care.