There's a lot of support you can get from:

• your local council's social care department – ask them for an adult care support plan or a young carers statement and an assessment of care needs for the person you look after
• carers' centres – they offer practical support, advice and information
• your place of work or education – you can find flexible ways to work or study to fit around caring for someone
• training courses – there are courses to help you in your caring role as well as courses to help your personal and professional development

There are many organisations supporting carers, including:

• Carers Trust Scotland
• Shared Care Scotland for information on short breaks from caring
• Age Scotland
  
• Carers Scotland - watch their video below

VOCAL's video below describes the difference support can make.

Contact us for information on support groups in your area.