Help for Carers

Help for Carers - looking after a loved one and the support available to you

Caring for carers

If you look after a partner, relative or friend who is disabled or ill due to physical or mental health, you are a carer, even if you don’t think of yourself as one. Find out about the emotional, practical and financial support available to you.

Whether you need information and advice on financial support for carers such as Carer's Allowance or on your rights at work to juggle your caring role, our Information and Advice team is here for support within the region of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.Contact Age Cymru Dyfed

Also visit useful links on the Age UK website.

Financial support for carers: As a carer, you may be eligible for Carer's Allowance or Carer's Credit.
Juggling work and caring: Find out about your rights at work and what could help you with.
Dementia care: Looking after someone with dementia can bring specific challenges. Find out the support available to you.
Taking a break from caring: It’s important to take care of yourself and get a break - respite care.
Looking after myself: If you’re a full-time carer or spend a lot of time caring for someone, make time for yourself too.
My role has changed or ended: If you’re caring for someone and their needs increase, or they move into a care home, or die.

Get in touch

Our friendly team offers free, confidential support. Our Information & Advice officers working hours are: - Llanelli Office: Monday-Friday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 4 pm. - Haverfordwest Office: Monday-Wednesday 10 am-1 pm. - Aberystwyth Office: Monday-Wednesday 10 am - 1 pm. Alternatively, email us at reception@agecymrudyfed.org.uk. Messages outside of these working hours will be replied to as soon as possible.