Advanced search
If you care for a friend or relative who is frail, disabled or mentally or physically ill, you need to know what support is available to you. From respite care to carers assessments, this section tells you what you need to know.
If you are an adult caring for a friend or relative, find out what help is available to you.
If you provide care on a regluar basis to a person aged 18 or over you are entitled to receive a carers assessment.
Caring for someone can be physically and emotionally draining so it is important that you have somewhere to turn if things get tough.
Respite care allows you to take a short break from caring for a friend or relative when you need it most.
The Children's Outreach and Residential Disability Service provides short residential breaks for children with disabilities.
The Knowsley Young Carers Project works with children and young people who look after a sick or disabled parent or relative.
Help from social services
Know Your Care
