Helpful information from the BBC

If you (any age) are caring for an adult (18+) and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact
Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

Find advice and guidance using the links below

Below see clickable links to latest news from government, charities, information on benefits, food delivery and other services including free online movies, museums and theatre shows. Scroll down the page to see everything.

Handwashing video

Looking after older relatives

How to protect yourself

Can I MOT my car? and other FAQs

Latest

Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

Dementia Workshop in partnership with Admiral Nurses & Dementia Navigators | Thursday 9th June
Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

Join us for a Carers Lunch on Wednesday 8th June.
Occupational Therapy Workshop

Join us for this useful and practical workshop on Tuesday 7th June
Diabetes Awareness Morning with Special Guest

Join us as we welcome University Hospital Southampton's Diabetes Consultant, Dr Maynak Patel.

Silvercloud Health

Free online CBT to help people cope with impact of COVID. Modules on money worries, relaxation, grief and loss, coping in challenging times and mindfulness
Abscent

AbScent is a UK registered charity supporting people with the distressing effects of smell loss.
Easy Read COVID-19 vaccination guides

Simple information about getting the COVID-19 vaccination
Information about COVID-19 in different languages

Videos explaining important information about COVID-19 in different languages
Southampton Dial-a-Ride

Free transport to vaccination and medical appointments for Southampton residents aged 50+, or who are clinically vulnerable, have learning disabilities, a mental health condition or are unpaid carers. Phone 023 8022 2033. Email [email protected]
Marie Curie Supporting Carers

If someone you’re close to has a terminal illness, Marie Curie is there to support you. There are a range of ways they can help you in your caring role. Terminal illnesses include but aren’t limited to cancer, COPD, Parkinson’s, MS, Dementia, MND.
I'm a young carer. Where do I turn to for help?

No Limits have put together a list of common questions and answers here.
I'm so lonely. Where can I find someone who will chat to me?

Here is a list of befriending and support services
ESA / NSESA customers do not need to submit medical evidence

ESA and New Style ESA customers who have not yet had their medical assessment are usually required to provide medical evidence in support of their claim. From 30 March 2020 this requirement has been temporarily removed. The situation will be reviewed monthly.
SCC Covid-19 helpline for those needing support

Helpline: 023 8083 4800 Open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm For anyone in a vulnerable group, in critical need and with no other means of support. Emergency food and social contact, signposting and connecting people to local support services.

Carer's Cards

Save you money out and about and recognise your caring role
Carer's Assessments

Carer's assessments evaluate your need for support and services and eligibility for a personal wellbeing payment
Contact us

How to get in touch
Assisted Shopping - Sainsbury's Shop On-line and Telephone Service

Sainsbury's Assisted Shopping scheme helps people who are housebound, cannot travel to the shops or cannot manage online shopping by allowing them to make shopping orders over the telephone. You can access this service by calling 0800 328 1700, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
Southampton General Hospital Ward Numbers

This is a list of the contact telephone numbers for the main wards at University Hospital Southampton
What we offer

Click to find quick links for support workers, carers cards, emergency plans and carers assessments
Emergency planning

Being prepared for emergencies is always a good idea as a carer. Take a look below and help put some of your worries to rest.
Singing groups and choirs in Southampton

A new study identifies the healing power of singing in a group, and urges us all to have a go. A list of many choirs in Southampton can be found here.
Refer a Carer

We are open to referrals of adult unpaid carers for support, information, carers cards, emergency plans and statutory carers assessments.
Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

If you are caring for an adult over 18, (including young carers), and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care. Phone 023 8083 3003