Carers Leeds
Carers Leeds is the organisation that supports unpaid carers in Leeds.
Are you helping a friend or family member due to their illness, disability, mental health issue or a substance misuse problem?
Yes? Then you are one of 72,000 unpaid carers in Leeds. And Carers Leeds is here to support you.
What would you like to do?
- Find support available to me
- Meet up with other carers for support and social activities
- Talk to someone about how I am feeling as a carer
Call the the Carers Advice Line on 0113 380 4300, open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
Mind has information to help you cope if you’re supporting someone with mental health difficulties.
Dementia Carer has information for carers of someone who has dementia.
Get the latest Coronavirus guidance for carers and downlapd a booklet from Leeds Carers Partnership on the Carers Leeds website, containing government guidance and lots more.
Young carers can download the Young Carers Support App, which is a one-stop shop for young carers in West Yorkshire and Harrogate. It has advice and information on relationships, education, your health and more. You can find it in the Apple Store and on Google Play.
Mobilise is a website and online community supporting carers across the UK. Their website has tools for carers, information and a blog, as well as their ‘cuppa timetable’ with details of their online chats for carers. You can also sign up for their email newsletter or request a 30 minute individual session with their carers coach.
Agylia Care is a website and app with free health and care guides for unpaid and professional carers, covering information such as children’s care, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health and support for carers. You can find out more on the Agylia Care website, find the app on Google Play or the App Store or use a PC or laptop. to acess the guides.