Our animation series covers a wide variety of topics to help you understand what support is available to help you look after someone as well as yourself.
How can getting an assessment help?
It is a good idea to request a carer's assessment as local authorities (or your local Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland) have a duty to provide you with support and advice to prevent your own needs as a carer from escalating.
See our latest video to understand more about how having a carer's assessment could help.
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How do I cope with behaviour that's challenging?
This video explores some ideas and ways to help you cope with behaviour that can be challenging if you're caring for someone or several people with complex needs.
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Need to manage someone's affairs?
This animation looks at the various options available to help you prepare for the future and look after someone's affairs if they are unable to do so themselves or may be unable to in the future.
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How can we keep safe from scams?
With digital scams on the rise in particular, it's natural to worry that someone you care for could be targeted as well as you. In this short animation, there are some useful tips to help keep safe and savvy as well as guidance on what to do if you or a loved one falls victim to a scam.
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Coping with stress
When you're juggling so many different responsibilities or caring for more than one person, it's natural and common to feel stressed. In this animation, there are some tips and suggestions of practical and emotional sources of help and support.
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How do I get more help at home?
Getting more help with your caring role can seem daunting, but some extra support can make a big difference. In this animation, we share some tips to help you request extra help at home.
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Preventing trips and falls
There are lots of hidden hazards in the home, but fortunately there are measures you can take to help prevent accidents and keep someone as safe as possible from serious injury.
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Health and medications
This animation can help you cope with the challenges involved when you’re managing someone’s health and medication needs. We offer tips and ideas to save time, organise things more efficiently and get further support.
