Carers' support
Those who take on the role of carer can become very isolated, especially if they are caring for many hours of the week and have little social contact. Effective support from local authorities and other organisations, such as voluntary carer support groups, can greatly improve the quality of their lives.
Social Care TV: Supporting carers: the cared-for person
SCIE Social Care TV video
Published: June 2011
Social Care TV: Supporting carers: the carer
SCIE Social Care TV video
Published: June 2011
Social Care TV: Supporting carers: the commissioner
SCIE Social Care TV video
Published: June 2011
Social Care TV: Supporting carers: the social worker
SCIE Social Care TV video
Published: June 2011
Personalisation briefing: Implications for carers
SCIE At a glance 10
Published: August 2009
Challenging behaviour: a guide for family carers on getting the right support for children
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Published: March 2011
Challenging behaviour: a guide for family carers on getting the right support for teenagers
SCIE At a glance 39
Published: March 2011
Challenging behaviour: a guide for family carers on getting the right support for adults
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