How do I register with carer Kent?
How do I register with carer Kent?
It’s a simple, free process and we encourage carers to apply for it. To find out more about a free carer’s assessment, if you live in Kent please visit the Kent Carers Matter website or phone Kent County Council on 03000 41 61 61.
How do I apply for a Carers Card UK?
It’s easy and free to apply for the Carer Card. Applications can be made online. Alternatively, forms can be downloaded from this site, or you can request that one be posted to you by telephoning the Carer Card team on 1800 901 958 (toll free). Applications may take four to six weeks to process.
What is a Kent Card?
What is a Kent Card? The Kent Card is a relatively new CHIP and PIN Mastercard (similar to a debit card) introduced by Kent County Council to act as a payment for your care and support, whilst they send direct payments to the card.
What do young carers miss out on?
As a young carer, you may miss out on opportunities to play and spend time with your friends and classmates. You may feel isolated from your friends because: you do not have as much free time as them. you’re often thinking about the person you look after.
How can I contact Kent Young Carers Service?
Kent Young Carers is a county wide service for young carers aged 5-18 Following assessment, KYC offer a range of short-term interventions including signposting, one-to-one support, in school support and workshops. They can be contacted on 0300 111 1110 or email [email protected]
What are the aims of Kent Young Carers?
It is Kent Young Carers aim to reduce the negative and highlight the positive impact of being a carer such as increased resilience, empathy, non-judgemental attitude and caring nature. Kent Young Carers is the countywide service for Young Carers aged 5-18 across Kent.
Who are carers support East Kent and what do they do?
Carers’ Support East Kent is a registered charity, set up in 2001 which provides access to support, information and services for Carers in East Kent. We are a member of Carers Trust and we are commissioned by KCC and Health to deliver Community Navigation for Carers (including Carer Assessment and Support) across East Kent.
How many young carers are there in UK?
There are about 700,000 young carers in the UK, that’s about one in 12 secondary aged pupils. What might a young carer do? Practical tasks, such as cooking, housework and shopping. Physical care, such as helping someone out of bed. Emotional support, such as talking to someone who is distressed. Personal care, such as helping someone dress.