Support for carers
Help and information if you are caring for a family member, friend or neighbour.
Are you a carer?
A carer is anyone who looks after a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of their illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction. Carers are not always recognised or supported. We want to help.
How we can help
- Register you as a carer on your medical record
- Offer a carer's health check
- Refer you to a carer's assessment through the local authority
- Connect you with local carer support services
- Provide letters and documentation to support your caring role
Local support in Oldham
Carers Oldham
Free support, advice and information for unpaid carers in Oldham. They offer one-to-one support, groups and short breaks.
Visit Carers OldhamCarers UK
National charity providing advice, information and support for carers. Call the helpline on 0808 808 7777.
Visit Carers UKNHS Carers Direct
NHS information and advice for carers, including benefits, breaks and looking after your own health.
Visit NHS Carers informationYoung carers
If a child or young person under 18 is caring for someone at home, they may be entitled to extra support. Contact us or speak to the school's pastoral team.
Young Carers information — Oldham CouncilTell us you are a carer
Let us know you are a carer when you contact us. We can add this to your record and make sure you get the right support.
Page last reviewed: 2 October 2026. Next review due: October 2027.