A carer is someone of any age who provides unpaid support to family or friends who could not manage without this help. This could be caring for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support. Anyone can be a carer, including those who are under 18 years of age (these are known as young carers).
Help is available for carers which can include financial and practical support, as well as local carer's support groups.
Visit Anglesey Council's Carers page for the latest local information and support.
Carers Outreach provide support for carers in Gwynedd, Conwy and Anglesey. Their friendly and experienced team understand what it's like to be a carer and can help you whether you need information, support or just some time for yourself. For more information visit the Carers Outreach website or call them on 01248 370797. Read the latest and past editions of The Carer Newsletter.
The Dewis Cymru website contains a wide range of support and information for both the carer and the person they are caring for. You can also search for local services.
Carers Trust North Wales offer practical support for unpaid carers and the people they care for across North Wales. Their aim is to improve the lives of carers by providing them with respite from caring, allowing them time to themselves knowing that the person they care for is in safe hands. They have programmes especially designed for young carers, and also run community groups.
CAFE COFIO is held twice monthly in Anglesey. It's a service for anyone who needs support, meeting up in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, talking to people in a similar situation to themselves, receiving practical and emotional support and taking part in various activities. The drop-in sessions take place on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month, 2-4 pm at Llanddona Village Hall. If you'd like to attend, just turn up, there is no need to book in advance.
Lots of help, advice, and useful resources is available on the Carers Wales website or you can call them on 029 2081 1370.