Supporting
Parent Carers
Parent carers seldom feel like ‘carers’. They are first and foremost parents. But being a parent of a child or adult who needs additional support means you are a carer – and there’s help available for you too.
As a parent carer, you are less likely to see yourself as a carer – and health and social care professionals are also less likely to see you as a carer.
This is important, because once you recognize you are a carer, and that your role may be causing additional practical, emotional or financial worries, then you are more likely to look for support – which is out there.
Help for parent carers of children under 18
Parent carers of children under 18 have similar rights to other carers but the way that some services are offered to them is different. They can apply for Carer’s Allowance in the same way as the carers of adults. They can also access any of Barnet Carers support.
Other resources
Information
Useful Links
Websites of interest
Barnet resources
How we can help
Carers Needs Assessments
A Carers Needs Assessment can help you get the support you need. It takes less than an hour and can be done over the telephone. Book one today at a time that is convenient to you.
Events for Carers
We run lots of events for carers so come and get involved. From Yoga and Mindfulness to coffee mornings, there is something for everyone – and if there is something that you would like us to put on, just let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your wishes. Check out our events calendar.
Expert support
Our expert Adult Carer support staff have years of experience in helping carers get the help they need. Whether you are brand new to caring or have been doing it for some time, if you need a hand, contact them and arrange a call.
