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Looking after someone
- Looking after someone
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We would like to thank Carers Centre Newcastle for their input into this section of Information NOW.
A carer is someone who provides unpaid help and support to a family member, friend, partner, child or neighbour who has a disability, a physical or mental illness, is frail, or has alcohol or drug-related problems.
Many people do not see themselves as carers, but rather as family members or friends, and do not realise that they may be able to get financial and practical help and support from the City Council, health services and voluntary organisations.
If you are a carer, you may find that your responsibilities are affecting the way you live your own life. It is important to remember that, even though you are caring for someone else, you need to take care of yourself too.
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