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Carer Support

Checked: 15-01-2025 by Sandi Littler Next Review: 14-01-2027

Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Carers Support Centre

Carers Support Centre is a charity which provides support, information and advice to carers of any age living in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas.

They can be contacted via info@carerssupportcentre.org.uk and 0117 965 2200

Adult carer services - Carers can self refer or referral can be made on their behalf via the website here: How to refer a carer to us | Carers Support Centre

Once the online referral has been sent the referrer will receive an automatic message to confirm it has been received and what will happen next.

North Somerset

There are several support organisations for carers which can offer advice, information, practical and emotional support. They can also put carers in touch with other carers who understand their situation.

The North Somerset Council website includes details on getting a carers assessment to find out what help is available for the carer

Carers Support Service

The Carers Support Service, led by Alliance Homes, support carers living in North Somerset.

They provide a Young Carers Service to support young carers under 18 and an Adult Carers Service to support those over 18.

For information about support for adult carers or support for young carers visit the Alliance website.

They can be contacted on Tel: 03000 120 120 (choose option 3), or via email at carersupport@alliancehomes.org.uk

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