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)