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    P.O. Box 3343, Bath BA1 2ZH
  • E-mail:
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    01225 477983
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  • Page Updated:
    22/11/2008
  • Author:
    Michelle FIllary
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Services for Carers

If you are caring for a friend or relative who needs help to look after themselves, the Council may be able to provide you with help and support either for yourself or the person you are looking after. Please contact the Adult Duty Team for an assessment on 01225 477000.

Services for Carers

Alzheimers Society Sitting Service

North East Somerset Branch
Goldney Day Centre
Goldney House
Tiledown
Temple Cloud
Bristol BS39 5DS                           

Tel: 01761 453533
Providing a sitting service for carers of people with dementia/Alzheimers

The Care Forum

Respite Database – Short Breaks
Vassall Centre
Fishponds
Bristol BS16 2QQ            

Tel: 0117 965 4444
Up-to-date information on providers of all types of care which enables carers in B&NES to take a break from caring
The Care Network

1 Riverside Cottages
Radstock
BA3 3PS               

Carers line (01761 431389
Mon - Thurs 9.00am - 11.00am and 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Friday - 9.00am - 11.00am

Email: carerssupport@thecarenetwork.co.uk

Website: www.thecarenetwork.co.uk

Our aim is “to recognise and fully support Carers in Bath & North East Somerset and promote high quality services & support”.

We provide these through:

  • A dedicated Carers Line, staffed Monday – Thursday 9am-11am & 1pm-3pm & on Friday’s 9am-11am only
  • Home visits from a Carers Support Worker for one to one support
  • Counselling sessions
  • Regular newsletters with news, views and ideas
  • Signposting to other organisations & services
  • Advice & support with Carers Assessment or care planning meetings
Carers Line                       

Carers National Association 

Tel: 0117 9652 200 Helpline (Princess Royal Trust)Tel: 0345 573369 HelplineTel: 0808 808 7777

Crossroads Caring for Carers B&NES Ltd

1 Riverside Cottages Radstock
BA3 3PS       

Tel: 01761 436673 Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm, answerphone at all other times. Fax: 01761 436673 Email: enquiries@crossroadscarebathnes.org.uk
Website: http://www.crossroadscarebathnes.org.uk/.org.uk

Practical support for Carers.  Provides a high quality service for Carers and people with care needs.  Using paid and trained staff, Crossroads gives Carers time to be themselves.

NSF Carers

7a Fortescue Road
Radstock
Bath BA3 3PH                    

Tel:  01761 435584
 
Off The Records Young Carers Project

Milward House
1 Bristol Road
Keynsham
Bristol BS31 2BA   

Tel: 07788 146264
Encourages organisations to identify and respond to the needs of young carers through awareness raising and training.  Supports young carers by identifying and contacting individuals to empower them to make informed decisions about their lives.  Offers group support including information / advice and advocacy.
Sharing & Caring Family Support

Unit 55
Easton Business Centre
Felix Road
Easton
Bristol BS5 0HE      

Tel: 0117 9415860
Provides respite, befriending and sitting services for children and young people with learning difficulties
Spa Sitting Service

The Peggy Dodd Centre
Brierley House
Combe Down
Bath BA2 5JX      

Tel: 01225 835520
To provide a sitting service
Young Carers Project Tel: 07788 146264

Specialist support to children and young people who have caring responsibilities


 

 

 

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we cannot guarantee it is correct. We do not vet or check the organisations and the listing of a service does not mean it is recommended.  Therefore we recommend that users check out that services are suitable for their needs and use them in a safe way. Errors brought to our attention will be corrected as soon as possible. Feedback is welcomed. Please email Michelle_fillary@bathnes.gov.uk  and notify her of any errors, amendments or suggestions. If there is something you think should be added to the list of services, please let us know.