Useful Links

Here are some links to other Carers organisations

http://www.lgf.org.uk/carers (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Carers Forum)

http://www.gaddumcentre.co.uk

http://www.waiyin.org.uk (Wai Yin Chinese Women Society)

http://www.treeoflifecentre.org.uk (The Tree of Life is a centre for health and well-being in Whythenshawe)

http://www.in-control.org.uk

The above link has lots of fact sheets on different aspects of Individual Budgets, support planning etc in the Resources Section.

www.carewelluk.org

Carewell is a comprehensive resource containing information and support for carers including guidance on how to manage stress levels, getting a better quality nights sleep, eating healthily and how to increase physical activity on a busy schedule. Plus, there's a forum to discuss, comment, contribute ideas and share top tips with other carers.

http://www.choicesupport.org.uk