Planned maintenance notice
We are carrying out essential maintenance on My Account from Saturday 26 July to Sunday 27 July 2025. During this time, our online Council Tax and Benefits services will be unavailable.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we work to improve our services.
Caring for someone
Need support as a carer? Start with an online Carer’s Assessment
Do you care for somebody you know? If so, you may be entitled to help and support in your caring role. Complete our online carers assessment tool to get information and advice on what could be available to you.
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Are you a carer
If you regularly help someone who couldn’t manage without your support, you might be a carer
Carer assessments
Talk to us about your caring role as you may be able to get extra help and support
Support for carers
From practical advice to help with the day-to-day care, there are organisations that can help
Financial support
There are financial benefits and entitlements that can help support you if you are a carer
Workplace rights
Know your legal rights and options available so you can balance work with your caring role
Young Carers
If you're under 18 and help to care for someone at home, find out what support you can get