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National support for carers
There is a wealth of information and support for carers out there. Here, we list the main organisations that operate at a national level. They seek to support and campaign for carers, and provide information on everything from what to do in an emergency to how to protect your pension entitlement - along with recognition, emotional and practical support.
There are many charities which focus on a specific condition, and offer family support nationwide through a network of local support groups. The Charity Commission lists all registered charities in the UK. Its website offers a "knowledgebase" and free publications (www.charity-commission.gov.uk ) or you can call 0845 3000 218.
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Housing Options Training
Housing Options runs a national programme of training and events. The focus is to ensure that people with learning disabilities achieve greater choice and control of their housing and support. To find out more please click on the Your Home page.
Carers UK
The "voice of carers", Carers UK campaigns for better support for carers in the UK and greater acknowledgement of their role in society. The website offers news and information.
CarersLine 0808 808 7777
www.carersuk.org
Carers Direct
Carers Direct offers comprehensive, accessible information for carers grouped into helpful sections such as "Money and Legal", "Work and Study" and "Your Wellbeing".
http://nhs.uk/carersdirect
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers
The Princess Royal Trust for Carers is the largest provider of comprehensive carers' support services in the UK. It offers quality information, advice and support services to 354,000 carers.
www.carers.org
Working Families
Now in its 30th year, this charity seeks to support working families and also offers help to families with children and teenagers with disabilities. The newsletter Waving not Drowning is informative and uplifting - useful if you care for a young adult with a learning disability.
http://workingfamilies.org.uk
Sibs
Sibs is the UK charity for people who grow up with a disabled brother or sister. Its aim is to enhance the lives of siblings by providing them with information and support, and by influencing service provision for siblings throughout the UK.
www.sibs.org.uk
Online Basics
Online basics is a new free course designed to help thousands of offline adults take their first steps with computers and the internet.
Online basics, www.onlinebasics.co.uk, offers five modules covering the basics people need to know to get going online - from keyboard and mouse skills through to email, internet searching and how to stay safe on the internet. The site also provides access to guidance for people helping someone to use the course, such as tutors in learning centres of family and friends supporting someone at home. Online basics is open to everyone.
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