The Provision of Direct Support Services for Adult and Young Carers

Descriptions

Adult Carers will have access to a range of preventative approaches and supports that enable them to achieve and maintain optimum wellbeing, and be fully supported to continue in their caring role. Including: — preparation of adult carer support plans — information/advice including awareness raising of local/national carers issues — individual/group support to carers — a range of short breaks — promotion of adult carer involvement in providing views and feedback including direct representation for example. participation in local forums, social media. Young Carers will have access to a range of preventative approaches and supports that enable them to achieve and maintain optimum wellbeing, and be fully supported to continue in their caring role. Include: — preparation of young carer statements — information/advice including awareness raising of local/national carers issues — individual/group support to young carers — a range of short breaks — promotion of young carer involvement in providing views and feedback.