Carer support

Woodbrook Medical Centre would like to make sure that our patients who provide care to others feel well supported for their healthcare, emotional and social needs.

How do I know if I am a carer?

A Carer is someone who provides unpaid support to a family member, friend or neighbour, who has a disability, illness, mental health condition, addiction, or who needs extra help as they grow older. You may do this full time or just for a few hours a week.

Carers can help with:

Washing or dressing
Shopping, cleaning or laundry
Managing medication
Attending appointments or social activities
Providing emotional support

If this sounds like you, let us know by completing a Carer's Identification Form. The form can be downloaded below or collected from the surgery, copies are available in both waiting areas.

Carer's Identification Form (PDF)

Health check-ups

Life can become very hectic especially if you have lots of caring responsibilities, but it's important not to neglect your own health needs. Attending appointments, check-ups and screenings is vital for yourself as well as any loved ones.

We know that carers sometimes carry on regardless through coughs, flu, stomach upsets and worse; but please don’t put off contacting us if you feel unwell.

Local support services for carers

VASL are a local support service who can offer help to carers over the age of 18. They can offer:

A dedicated telephone advice and support line so you can talk to a team of experienced professionals in confidence about any aspect of being a carer
Assistance in completing a carers assessment
Information on carers support groups around the country
An informative website with self-help videos
Advice on any aspect of the caring role, including financial and legal assistance

For more information please visit:

Support for Carers Leicestershire - VASL

Leicestershire Support For Carers

To check if you are eligible for this service, please visit: Eligibility Criteria for Services - VASL

To refer yourself to VASL either call 01858 433232 or use the following link: Register for VASL

The Leicestershire carers directory can also provide you with useful information about help that may be available to you.

Leicestershire Carers Directory [EXTERNAL LINK]