Do you look after someone?
If the answer is yes, who looks after you?
Carers are people who provide help and support to a family member, friend, or neighbour who cannot manage on their own because of an illness, disability, or old age.
Carers can be any age.
Many carers do not see themselves as carers for different reasons. You may be looking after your:
Husband, wife, or partner
Siblings
Child with disabilities
Friend or neighbour
Parents
Please let us know if you are a carer
The surgery needs to know if you care for someone to ensure that you are supported effectively. Part of this is giving you priority access at the surgery to appointments and vaccinations (Flu and COVID).
Your information will remain confidential within your GP records and will not be shared with other agencies.
If you would like further help or information, please contact us:
Debs Mullins is our dedicated Carers Champion for Bridge and Monkseaton Medical Practice. Debs works on Thursday & Friday.
Please complete our Carers Registration Form
View our Carers Resource Sheet here
North Tyneside Carers Centre
We are an independent charity and the only generic carer support service in North Tyneside supporting both young and adult carers. Our knowledgeable team supports carers with everything from advocacy to mental health through one-to-one sessions and peer support groups. We also provide specialist training and information sessions created by us to help make life easier for you and the person you care for.
For further information 0191 249 6480 or enquiries@ntcarers.co.uk
Find out more about information events hosted by the Carer’s Centre here.