Support through the Carers Star
Barnet Carers have always been keen to support carers in the best way that we can. We have recently began using a process called the Carers Star. The Carers Star programme was developed to help support carers in the areas in which we know carers need the most support. These areas are:
- Health
- The caring role
- Managing at home
- Time for yourself
- How you feel
- Finances
- Work
The Carers Star aims at helping you get where you want to be in any of these areas. The process looks at how you can get help in any of the areas, identify ways of making changes, finding out what works for you and how things can be progressed.
Our support staff will conduct an initial call with you to identify the areas you would like to improve and then work with you over a period of around 6 months (with a planned scall every month during that time) to help support you to improve your caring role.
We would normally suggest that you focus on between one and three areas as that way, it is possible to make some real progress.
If you would like to take part in the Carers Star and access a high level of support from Barnet Carers then sign up today. We have a brief form and then we will send you a link that will enable you to book your initial call at a time that is convenient for you.
If you would like some more information before you sign up, please contact us here or download some of our supporting information.
Useful resources for carers
Information Sheets
- Carers Allowance
- Saving on energy bills
- Benefits calculator
Useful video
- Carers Allowance
- Caring for a person with dementia
Websites of interest
- Carers UK
- Carers Trust
Barnet resources
- Understanding dementia
- Caring for a person with dementia
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.
