About us
Support for Carers Leicestershire supports carers throughout the county. The service is run by Voluntary Action South Leicestershire (VASL), a community-based organisation with a long and successful history of supporting carers. We’re here to help anyone who’s caring for someone aged 18+ who lives in Leicestershire, whether you care full-time or for just a few hours a week.
Our mission is to inform and support carers in all communities throughout Leicestershire; to improve carers' quality of life, promote their health and well-being and to encourage them to make real choices about their lives.
Our service is free and includes:
- A telephone advice and support line for Carers open Monday-Friday from 9am - 5pm. Out-of-hours calls can be arranged.
- Carers Support Groups – meet other carers in a supportive, sociable environment - or online if that suits you better.
- Telephone Befriending Service – regular phone support from a volunteer who understands what being a carer is like.
- Care for Carers – help to look after your own health and wellbeing.
- Free courses for carers – find out what’s on near you.
- Carers Tips – helpful hints from local carers.
- Information for professionals – refer a carer for help via the Joy app, First Contact Plus or online here https://vasl.org.uk/information/register-to-one-of-our-services/
Want to know more?
Call us on 01858 468 543 or email [email protected]
Support for Carers Leicestershire is funded by Leicestershire County Council
VASL are proud to be affiliated to Investing in Volunteers (IiV) the UK quality standard for good practice in volunteer management.
By being part of IiV we are able to:
• Enhance our volunteers’ experience and increase their motivation
• Strengthen our reputation and encourage more people to volunteer
• Minimise risk, maintain knowledge, and plan for the future
