in Barnet, we have been thinking carer for 30 years
Share your story or memory
Do you have a memory of Barnet Carers? Would you like to tell us your caring story? Over our 30th Anniversary year, we will be publicising stories and memories from the many carers we have supported over the year.
You can upload your memory or story here. And if you have a photograph you would like to share with us please upload it with the form.
Would you like to be interviewed by our CEO, Mike Rich? Mike is looking for carers to talk about their stories and their caring experience in Barnet. If you would like to be interviewed by Mike, please contact him here.
Support for Carers in Barnet
The quickest and easiest way to get support for a carer in Barnet is for the carer to register with us (link below). It is very easy to register. All those registering will receive a set of informative emails covering everything from wellbeing for carers to financial support – and more. Register using the button below.
Useful resources
Carers Needs Assessment - a guide
Want to know more about the Carer’s Needs Assessment and the benefits that a carer could get from having one? Then this Carers UK resource covers just about everything and includes a fact sheet and a great animation. Carer’s Needs Assessments in Barnet are available from Barnet Carers and can be booked at a time that is convenient to the carer.
https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/practical-support/carer-s-assessment/
This information can also be found here.
Booking a Carers Needs Assessment in Barnet
Barnet Carers can carry out a Carer’s Needs Assessment. The majority of our assessments are carried out over the telephone and can be booked by the carer at a convenient time for them using this link: If needed we can also arrange for translators and can offer in-person assessments to carers when there is a distinct need. Carers can also complete an assessment online.
The Care Needs Assessment
The Care Needs Assessment is often confused with the Carers Needs Assessment. This assessment is all about the person who is in need of care. This Carers UK resource has a fact sheet and an animation. To get a Care Needs Assessment in Barnet you need to make a referral to Adult Social Care.
Carers Leave
The Carers Leave Act of 2023 has given carers who are in work more rights. But what are they? If you want to know more about carers leave this is a great place to start.
Useful publications
Barnet Carers and Young Carers Strategy
Barnet is committed to supporting carers of all ages. The local authority has a comprehensive strategy for supporting and improving the lives of adult and young carers. You can read it using the link below.
