I'm a young carer. Where do I turn to for help?

No Limits have put together a list of common questions and answers covering lots of local services. You can read it here

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Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream!
Linda's Story

Linda cares for her Mother with demetia.
Dementia Support Group: Bitterne | Wednesday 27th May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.
Dementia Support Group: Highfield | Tuesday 17th May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting.

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 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.
Useful contacts

Emergency Telephone Numbers, Safeguarding, welfare of a vulnerable person or domestic violence

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
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.
Contact us

How to get in touch
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

Theo's Story

Theo, 22, cares for his disabled Mother whilst studying. Read more

Nick's Story

Nick discusses caring for his adult son, Kevin, who is bipolar. Read more

Summertime Stroll & Ice Cream in the Park

Join Carers in Southampton for a stroll around Southampton Common, meet other local carers and enjoy complimentary refreshments & ice cream! Read more