Do you spend some of your time caring for someone – a partner, parent, child, family member, friend or neighbour – who relies on your help? Then you may be an unpaid carer.
Our services
Find out more about our tailored services for unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Midlothian.
Caring experiences are different for everyone. In this section we have advice for specific caring roles, such as parent carers, dementia carers and more.
Caring responsibilities can have a huge impact on your financial situation. VOCAL is here to help you with advice, benefits checks, and access to grants.
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As a carer, it’s normal to spend a lot of your time looking after the person you care for. But it’s just as important to look after your own physical and mental health.
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When you become a carer, it’s important to know your legal rights and what support you are entitled to.
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VOCAL can help you with planning for when the person you care for goes into hospital, goes into residential care, or receives a package of care.
Interactive events designed to enhance carers’ skills and create social opportunities with others in a similar situation.
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Taking a break from caring can be difficult. Our Wee Breaks service helps guide carers through the process.
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