There are estimated to be 13,600,000 carers in the UK – 50% more than before Covid-19 struck.
New research suggests that half of women will be caring for someone by the age of 46.
We run 9 carers support groups a month in Leicestershire, 7 in the daytime and 2 in the evenings. These are currently over Zoom due to Covid-19. learn more
Since 2011 we have supported over 10,500 carers in Leicestershire and that number grows every day
If you look after someone who couldn’t cope without you, then you’re a carer and you deserve help and support.
Download the Jointly app FREE via Leicestershire County Council learn more
Our updated, 3-minute Carers Assessment video explains the process and exactly how LCC's staff assess what support you can be offered. learn more
Download our brilliant 32 page booklet, A Guide for Carers, packed full of useful information. learn more
Get a Carers Passport, your key to unlocking carer support across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Launched November 2020. learn more
We are recruiting! We are looking for a Carers Wellbeing Adviser to join our happy team, 30 hours per week, salary 20-22k p.a. pro rata depending on experience. (Feb 2021) learn more
Support for Carers Leicestershire is funded by Leicestershire County Council. However, we rely on donations to enhance the services we provide for carers in the area. If you would like to support us please contact us.