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Working with and for family carers in Suffolk

You don't have to do it alone!

• Meet other family carers and share experiences in a confidential setting.
• Get information about benefits, accessing services and respite.
• Support and encouragement.
• The opportunity to voice questions and concerns.
• Have a break and socialise.

Visit the What's On calendar for information about Suffolk Family Carers events, meetings and training sessions, or contact the Family Carers' Information and Support Centre for the latest information.

Centre Support Group:

Meets monthly at the Family Carers Information and Support Centre: visit the What's On calendar for more information.

Carers Support Groups: 

Ipswich & District    :    Mid Suffolk    :    Suffolk Coastal    :    Waveney    :    West Suffolk

Community Advocacy and Support Workers:

Community advocacy and support workers provide support across Suffolk.  Contact the Community Support Team for more information  

Mental Health Advocacy & Support Workers:

If you care for someone with a mental health difficulty contact the Mental Health Project for details of specialist support groups, events, and one-off training sessions for carers.

Suffolk Young Carers Advocacy & Support Workers :

Contact the Suffolk Young Carers Project for information about support groups and events for young people whose lives are affected by their caring role. 

New groups are constantly forming.