Are You a Carer?
Do you look after a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without your support?
If so, please let us know so we can record this information on your patient record as it may be helpful in the future. We can also try to be flexible with appointments as we will be aware of your commitments.
There is a wealth of information on the NHS website about carers and caring
If you need help or advice please phone Southend Borough Council on 01702 215008 and ask to speak to the Access Team or email them council@southend.gov.uk
You can also contact the Southend Carers Hub on 01702 393933. They can get you the support you need.
Please use the links below for Help and Advice for carers and young carers:
Carers First
Are you a carer in need of support?
Visit this website or call 0300 303 1555
Sport for Confidence
Sport for Confidence have been commissioned by Southend Borough Council to provide sport sessions for carers. You don't need to live in Southend-on-Sea to take part.
They have their first session starting on the Thursday 30 May from 11.00am to 1.00pm at Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre, Garon Park Cricket Ground, Eastern Avenue, Southend-on-Sea SS2 4FA.
This session is a drop-in session and carers can come along and leave anytime between 11.00am and 1.00pm. Carers are more than welcome to just come and watch. All sports will be tailored to the needs of the carers and the emphasis is on fun and participation.
Carers can bring the person they care for along to the session, and a session will be provided for them as well, for free.
Carers can be any age; have disabilities themselves; be paid carers; care for family members; or have cared for someone who has now passed. Everyone is welcome.
If you are anxious about attending, please feel free to contact Megan Potts, Occupational Therapist on Mobile: 07394 564 942 or Email: megan@sportforconfidence.com.