Did you know?
A carer is a person who is unpaid and looks after or supports someone who needs help with their day-to-day life due to reasons such as:
- their age
- a long-term illness
- disability
- mental health
- substance misuse
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What the Care Act says
From April 2015, care and support in England changed for the better.
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Free carer health checks
Get a free NHS Health Check to maintain and improve your health.
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Free leisure pass for carers
You could be entitled to a free leisure pass to access discounts on a range of activities.
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Support for carers in an emergency
Apply for a Barnet Emergency Card to keep the people you are caring for safe in the event something happens to you.
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Carers allowance
Find out if you are eligible for an allowance to help you look after someone who needs to be cared for.
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Carer's assessment
We can review your needs as a carer and help you find out what additional support you are entitled to.