Support groups for parents

Latest news and updates for Plymouth's carers, feedback and details of how to contact us.

If the person you care for is in hospital you may be faced with important decisions. You may be considering taking on this caring role for the first time and don't know what to expect.

Carer's Allowance is a benefit for anyone aged 16 or over who spends at least 35 hours each week caring for someone.

The simplest way to request short-term emergency support is to complete the Carers Emergency Response Service form and it only takes a few minutes.

A Carer's Passport highlights your role and responsibilities as a carer and can help to provide you with support, services or other benefits.

As a carer in Plymouth, you may be eligible for exclusive discounts and benefits. It's our way of saying thank you for the amazing work you do.

Your experiences as a carer - good and bad - are hugely important. Your views are extremely valuable to help us make changes, both in Plymouth and nationally.

You are a carer if you provide (unpaid) support and care for someone who has an illness, disability, mental health problem, or addiction. Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting the needs of some of the most vulnerable people in Plymouth.

Caring Plymouth is a city-wide partnership that is working together on skills, training, education, careers and jobs in the health and social care sector.

We are a child welfare agency covering the Roman Catholic Diocese of Plymouth, which consists of Cornwall, Devon and most of Dorset.

Founded in 2001, Cerebra is a unique national charity that strives to improve the lives of children with neurological conditions, through research, information and direct, on-going support.

Maintaining comfort and support while sitting is crucial, especially as we age. Discomfort in standard chairs can lead to back pain, difficulty getting up, and even a reluctance to participate in daily activities.

The romantic journey is often portrayed as a smooth and delightful ride, filled with endless joy and effortless harmony. However, the reality of relationships is far more complex and nuanced.

For many reasons, including the disruption to a child's education, it is better that children do not move school other than for normal primary/secondary transfers.

Child Bereavement UK believes that all families should have access to the support and information they need when a child grieves or when a child dies.