Carer services revamped in Staffordshire after consultation
Carers support services will be improved following a consultation in Staffordshire.
Hundreds of people took part of the consultation, said the county council, which will remodel services.
The change include ensuring information, advice and guidance about where to find support is easily accessible, providing a clear point of contact so carers do not have to keep repeating their story.
It also involves making sure they can have a break from caring to explore their own hobbies and interests.
Officers have been engaging with Staffordshire estimated 148,000 adult carers and 1,950 young carers for number of months on what their priorities are, and what they would like to see from a remodelled service.
The responses, coupled with the priorities set out in a new All Age Carer’s Strategy, have all been considered when designing the new service.
County councillor Alan White, deputy leader and cabinet member for health, care and wellbeing, said: “By ensuring carers are able to access information, advice and guidance on the support available to them, we can ensure they can continue to care for their loved ones, while also taking care of themselves and their own wellbeing.”
Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet will consider the recommendations next week.