Carers NI

Services

*Information*

* We operate an advice and information service for carers and professionals,
dealing with a range of issues such as carers' benefits, community care
and services for carers
* We provide a wide range of leaflets and booklets and a regular newsletter
for carers, members and professionals

*Support*

* We offer carers the chance to meet with other carers through our network
of local groups, to share experiences and reduce the feeling of isolation.
* We help new and existing carers' groups

*Campaigning*

* We raise awareness of the role of carers and inform Government and policy
makers of their needs
* We help carers make their own voices heard where it counts

*Tailored training*

* We provide training to workers in the voluntary and statutory sector on
carers' issues and carers assessments
* We provide training on The Carers and Direct Payments Act (Northern
Ireland) 2002, in partnership with Health and Social Services Trusts
* We provide carer involvement, assertiveness and media training to help
carers develop a strong voice

Opening hours

<p>The office is not open to the public but we are available to take your calls<br />
and email during office hours - Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm</p>