MOST FREQUANTLY ASKED QUESTIONS BY CARERS
(for Carers in the Wigan & Leigh area)
1) What benefits am I entitled to?
You can contact the Benefits Enquiry Line on 0800 88 2200
Wigan Independent Advice Centre on 01942 324851
CAB on 0844 8269713
2) Can I claim Carers Allowance?
Contact Carers Allowance Helpline on – 0845 6084321
3) How can I get help for the person I look after?
The first point of call for a Social worker and services is Central
Duty Team on – 01942 828777 (the cared for person has to be in
agreement with this and need help with personal care)
4) What services are available to me as a carer?
Contact the Wigan & Leigh Carers centre on- 01942 705959
The Carers Support team on – 01942 705983
5) Where can I get information about my caring role?
National Carers Helpline – 0808 802 0202
Carers UK - 0207378 4999
Carers UK's advice line on 0808 808 7777, open Wednesday and
Thursday 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm .
Wigan & Leigh Carers centre on- 01942 705959
Carers Support team on – 01942 705983
6) How do I get a carers assessment?
Contact the Central Duty Team on – 01942 828777
7) How do I apply for the carers grant?
Contact the grant officer on- 01942 705982
8) How do I find a support group?
Wigan & Leigh Carers centre on- 01942 705959
9) How do I get help with everyday needs?
Starting Point – 01942 825594 (over 50’s)