General information for Carers

Wandsworth Carers’ Strategy

Information on this can be downloaded from the Wandsworth Council website. Click HERE to see the Wandsworth Council: Carers’ Strategy

Carers’ Assessments

A method Carers can use to access support to help you sustain your caring role and have access to a life outside of caring. For more information click HERE.

Personal Budgets and direct payments

An amount of money from Adult Social Services allocated to eligible adults to meet their care and support needs. Click HERE.

Choosing a support provider

A list of Ten Top Tips to choosing the right support provider has been developed by the Voluntary Organisations Disability group. The guide helps you to find out what to look for when choosing a support provider and the questions to ask when developing support. Download the PDF HERE.

NOVUS Homeshare

Homeshare is a programme that matches older people who want help or support around the house with people who need accommodation and are willing to help. Our programme helps older people to remain in their own home, keep their independence and feel more comfortable with live-in support.  Click HERE to visit the website.