Invitation To Unpaid, Informal City Carers

The next meeting will be on: Tuesday 14^th April 2015

Ellie Ward from the City of London will attend to discuss the Care Act 2014. 

What does the Care Act mean for informal, unpaid carers?

• The Care Act strengthens the rights and recognition of carers.

• Improved access to information and advocacy should make it easier for carers to access support and plan for their future needs.

• Early support for carers to prevent the need of reaching crisis point.

• Adults and carers have the same rights to an assessment on the appearance of needs.

• The local authority must meet eligible needs of carers and prepare a support plan

• Carers must be kept informed of the care and support plan of the person they care for.

• Children and Families Act 2014