Working with Adult Carers - Social Care
This section offers specialist information and resources for all social care professionals who come into contact with carers through their work.
Legislation and Policy
This covers the key legislation applying to carers that all public sector organisations need to take into account, as well as national guidance on putting it into practice and local carers' strategies.
Carers Assessments
Assessments give carers the opportunity to discuss their needs and what what could help them in their caring role. This section gives information and tips on carers assessments and measuring impacts.
Services and Commissioning
Visit this section for information about carers' services, direct payments, Local Area Agreements and building effective partnerships between Local Authorities, the health and the voluntary sector.
Carer Involvement
Find out about the benefits of involving carers in service design, delivery and review. Professionals can also access practical advice and best practice examples for involving carers.
Carers Rights at Work
With two million moving in and out of caring each year, more employers are recognising the benefits of supporting carers in the workplace. Find out how to support carers in learning and work outside their caring role.
Learning Disabilities
New resources for professionals
Learning Disabilities
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Putting People First Without Putting Carers Second: making personalisation a reality for carers
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Commissioning for Carers
Guide for commissioners in health and social care
Commissioning for Carers
Carers and Housing
Addressing their needs - now available for download
Carers and Housing
Carers Strategy
Find out more and read our responses
Carers Strategy
