Legal and carers' rights

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Understanding your rights regarding access to resources is crucial for your health, well-being, and work-life balance.

The Care Act

The Care Act of 2014, which took effect on April 1, 2015, signifies a monumental shift in care and support, marking the most considerable overhaul in over six decades.

The main goal of this legislation is to empower individuals and their caregivers by giving them more control over their care and support systems.

About the Care Act

A carer in discussion with a Carers Support Officer

Carer's rights

Understanding your rights as a carer is not just important, it's vital.

Don't delay in familiarising yourself with these rights, they're your ticket to crucial support for your health, well-being, and work-life balance. 

Know your rights

Managing other people's affairs

Choosing how to manage someone’s affairs will depend mainly on the circumstances of the person whose affairs you want to manage, and whether or not they have mental capacity.

Find out more

Speak to someone who can help

CarersLine is a confidential phone and email information and support service for carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire for you to ask questions or talk about any concerns about your caring role.

Call us

0117 965 2200

Mon to Fri: 10 am – 1 pm Mon to Thurs: 2 pm – 4 pm
(Closed on Bank Holidays)

Email us

carersline@carersbsg.org.uk

You will receive a personal reply the same or next working day.

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