Caring for someone

Find out what support is available to you if you look after friends, partners or neighbours in Stockport.

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Carer's assessment

If you're caring for someone you're entitled to an assessment of your own needs, regardless of the needs of the person you look after.
Eligibility for support from us

To receive support from us, your needs will be assessed against the Care and Support Eligibility Criteria.
Support for young carers

If you're a child or young adult who spends time looking after someone in your family or a close friend, Signpost Stockport for carers may be able to help you.
Managing someone else's affairs

If you're a carer or look after someone, you may have to manage their personal and financial affairs.
Emergency support

Find information about how to get help in an emergency and how to plan for a crisis or emergency.
Benefits and financial support

Find information about the benefits and financial support that you may be entitled to as a carer and where to go for advice.
Your rights as a carer

Find information about your rights as a carer, how to assert your rights and how to take action if your rights or needs, or those of someone else, are not being met.