Carer's Information & Support Service (CISS) - Support and advice

The Carers’ Information and Support Service (CISS) offers free advice and support to anyone who is providing a caring role. They support carers over the age of 18 and their families in a number of ways, including –

• access to information relevant to your caring role
• help registering as a carer for your GP
• free confidential advice including emotional support
• free befriending support
• free carers breaks
• free services with one of their trained carer support professionals
• signposting and referrals to other services
• free support courses for carers
• you may be eligible for a small financial award to help you fund a break from your caring role

They also offer a comprehensive carer assessment resulting in information on your entitlements and identifying community services available to you.

They can arrange to meet you in your home or community.

To find out more information on the Carers Information Support Service, you can text - CARERS to 61825.