Carers Trust – SHSCT area

Carers Trust Team use the time previously planned for travel, workshops/social events to provide a listening ear, emotional support, information, advice, signposting and introductions to other linked services and social interaction, by email, telephone, text etc. Staff will be keeping in closer contact as required, over the coming weeks. We hope to provide a channel for sharing local good news stories and other additional help where appropriate, offered within communities. Mental health is a key concern for the coming days. Staff are also currently in the process of completing individual support plans with Carers new to the service to identify & address their unique support needs. For people aged 18 and over. Cost: Unpaid family carer providing informal care for someone living in the SHSCT area. In the current situation; these include; those most at risk of Covid-19 but are not exclusive to older Carers; those with their own health conditions; possibly undergoing treatment such as chemotherapy; those socially isolating already; recently bereaved and/or caring for those receiving palliative care.