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Carers
Local Support
Carer Support Dorset
Carer Support Dorset supports carers of people over 18 in Dorset.
For information regarding local care and support, please contact the surgery and request a call back from our Carer’s Lead Sheri Smith.
Dorset Carers Hub
Carers clinics with Dorset Carers Hub, held at both surgeries once a month. Please refer to the carers board in the surgery for information on upcoming clinics. If you are a carer you will receive regular updates with this information.
Our carers board is regularly updated with information, support avenues and activities on the island.
We are working in partnership with Help & Care Social Prescribing team to offer advice, signposting and support planning. For support from the Care-Coordinator or Social Prescribing Team please speak to the surgery.
National Support
Carers UK
They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.
Social care and support guide
If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability, this guide explains your options and where you can get support.