At the Fortune Green Practice, we recognize the invaluable role that carers play in our community. Carers are unsung heroes who selflessly provide care and support to their loved ones, often at the expense of their own well-being. We understand the challenges that carers face and are committed to offering support and assistance to make their caregiving journey a little easier.

Who Are Carers?

Carers are individuals who provide unpaid care and support to family members, friends, or loved ones who may be disabled, elderly, or facing long-term health conditions. They play a crucial role in maintaining the well-being and independence of those they care for, and their contribution to our society cannot be overstated.

Support for Carers at Our Practice

At the Fortune Green Practice, we believe in the importance of supporting carers in their role. We offer a range of services and resources designed to assist carers in managing their responsibilities while maintaining their own health and well-being:

  1. Carer Identification: We encourage carers to self-identify at our practice. By doing so, we can provide tailored information, support, and assistance.

  2. Carer Assessments: Our healthcare professionals can conduct assessments to evaluate the unique needs of carers, helping us create a care plan that addresses their specific concerns.

  3. Information and Resources: We provide access to information on local support services, financial assistance, and organizations that can offer valuable guidance to carers.

  4. Respite Care: We understand that carers may need a break to rest and recharge. Our practice can help arrange respite care services to provide temporary relief.

  5. Emotional Support: Caring for a loved one can be emotionally challenging. We offer counseling and mental health support to help carers cope with stress, anxiety, and depression.

  6. Education and Training: We organize workshops and training sessions to equip carers with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective care.

  7. Peer Support: We facilitate support groups where carers can connect with others who share similar experiences, providing a sense of community and understanding.

How Can We Help You?

If you are a carer, please let us know. We are here to support you every step of the way. Whether you need information, assistance, or simply a listening ear, our dedicated team is ready to help.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your specific needs as a carer, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are committed to ensuring that carers receive the recognition and support they deserve.

Camden Carers - North Central London

Camden Carers offer a range of services and support to carers, including:

  • a support and wellbeing line
  • one-to-one support 
  • emotional support, including a counselling service 
  • carers conversations (assessments)
  • health and lifestyle consultations 
  • carers’ groups, offering peer support, social activities and information 
  • Camden Carers Voice, run by and for carers
  • benefits, access to work and financial advice.

Eligibility Criteria

INCLUSIONS

  • carers who live, work or study in Camden, or care for someone who lives in Camden.

Resources

Related Services

Carers Advice

Service

Telephone NumberEmailWebsite  
Carers UK0207 378 4999 Click here   

They’re here to make sure that no matter how complicated your query or your experience, you don’t have to care alone.

Additional Carers links and information:

Also this links  Information for carers available:
– https://www.ageuk.org.uk/
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service:Services available to residents from the Handyperson Service, part of the Camden Home Improvement Service provided by Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing -Webpage: https://www.mtvh.co.uk/support-and-advice/find-a-service/camden-homeimprovement/#handypersonservice
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service: Holborn Community Association: Services (arts, care, movement, play) are available to people living across Camden -Webpage: https://www.holborncommunity.co.uk/
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service: Holborn CA also has a centre at Millman Street which operates a range of services and aims to promote active minds, inspiration and healthy well-being -email: andrew@holborncommunity.co.uk
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service: Primrose Hill Community Association: children’s activities, donations of food -Webpage: https://phca.cc/
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service: Community library: They library provides public computer access, Wi-Fi, and copying/printing services, activities such as rhyme time, board games sessions, ballet, Pilates, maths and English classes, community choir and yoga. They also organise film nights and author talks -Webpage: https://www.phcl.org/
– Big Team MeetingCare Navigation and Social Prescribing Service–UCL research project about supporting Pakistani carers: Webpage: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/epidemiology-health-care/improving-support-servicespakistani-family-carers-through-social-prescribing
– https://www.candi.nhs.uk/carers
– https://www.camdencs.org.uk/