Carers play a vital role in society by directly improving the lives of those they care for.
We believe carers should have the opportunity to pursue their own personal goals, and aspirations, alongside their care giving responsibilities.
Are you a carer?
Do you care for or support someone who wouldn’t be able to manage everyday life without your help - and you’re not paid to do it?
Find out about the different types of carer
Local services and resources for carers
Find out about local clubs, groups, activities and services available to carers in Cornwall.
Find support in your local area
Looking after your own health and wellbeing
It's essential to take care of your own health and wellbeing to continue providing the best care for your loved one. Here are some tips and resources to help you maintain your health and wellbeing.
Find support for your health and wellbeing
Emergency planning
It is important to plan what will happen if you are unable to provide care due to an emergency and what you can put in place to ensure continuity of care.
Find out how to plan for the future
Caring for children and young people with disabilities
Information about services for people caring for children and young people with disabilities.
Visit our pages for support for children and young people with disabilities
Support for children and young people who are carers
If you are a:
- young carer
- young adult carer, or
- you are supporting someone who you think may be a young carer
you can find out about what support is available from Kernow Young Carers. They provide support for carers between the ages of 4 and 25.
Find out about support for young carers
Having a break from your caring role
Caring can be tiring, so it's essential to take some time for yourself, which can benefit both you and the person you care for.
Find out about breaks for carers
Assessments and financial support for carers
If you look after someone and are both over 18, you may be entitled to some support for your caring role through a carers assessment.
Find out about assessments and financial support
Benefits and legal support for carers
You or the person you care for, may be entitled to additional benefits. You may also want to consider any legal implications.
Find out about benefits and legal support
Cornwall Cares for Carers
Our Carers Strategy
Carers Partnership Board
Our Carers Partnership Board was set up in response to national strategies. It helps to ensure carers are able to access the support, and services they need to remain in their caring role for as long as they wish.