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Carers Link provides information and support to unpaid carers who live in East Dunbartonshire or care for someone who lives in East Dunbartonshire.

If you look after a family member or friend who cannot manage without your support, you are a carer. You may be “doing what anyone would do”, but we can help you.

You may simply be looking for some information, or you may go on to access advocacy, one-to-one support or our sessions and groups for carers. However large or small your query, we’re here to help. If you would like us to get in touch with you just fill in our self referral form, and we will be in touch.

You can find out more about the difference that Carers Link can make by watching our video – simply click on the button on the left.

No matter who you are or who you care for, Carers Link is here to support you

Who is a carer

Anyone who provides (or intends to provide) care for another person is a carer. The exceptions to this are if the only reason for providing care is that the person is under 18, or if you are caring because you  have a contract or as voluntary work.

You can be caring for someone for any number of hours, and you do not need to be providing a substantial amount of care on a regular basis.

A young carer is any carer who is under the age of 18, or who is 18 or over and still attending school.

Latest News Updates

The life of a young adult carer

Sam cares for his younger brother, Ben. Sam is now in his final year at college and has been living away from home. His caring role has diminished while at college, but he will be returning home in the summer and will be on standby to resume caring for his brother, alongside his parents.   …

How to get started when you become a carer

Whether you have recently become a carer or have been caring for many years, it can sometimes be difficult to even know even where to start and what services and support are available to suit your individual situation and needs. Liz Dennis is a carer for her husband who was diagnosed with dementia in 2023, …

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The run up to Christmas, Christmas itself and the period after, can be very busy and stressful for carers. Why not plan a break from your caring role now and apply for a Time to Live grant? You don’t have to go away, it could be an afternoon at the cinema, a spa day, a subscription to audio books (or book vouchers), a series of massages or beauty therapies, craft supplies, or a night on your own in a hotel for peace and quiet. Whatever would give you a short break.You can apply for a grant on our website at carerslink.org.uk/apply-for-funding/, and there are other ideas for breaks there. If you would like to talk to our Carer Grants Coordinator to get more ideas or information email Katy@carerslink.org.uk or call us on 0800 975 2131.Carers have told us that just knowing that a break is coming can help as well: “The joy of having something positive to look forward to was in itself a bonus”. So why not apply now, there are guidelines on the website and the panel meets monthly at the start of each month. ... See MoreSee Less
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New Project Announcement!NODA (No One Dies Alone) is a new compassionate initiative (@Compassionate East Dunbartonshire) run in partnership with EDHSCP (East Dunbartonshire Health Information) and coordinated between Carers Link and Ceartas Advocacy We are recruiting for volunteer NODA Companions!A NODA Companions is a trained volunteer who provides support within East Dunbartonshire Care Homes to a resident during their final 72 hours of life who does not have support from family or friends.We understand that at this difficult time busy care home staff really want to be able to offer more time to their residents but have so much to juggle. We also understand that a person might not have support from family or friends for lots of different reasons. Sometimes due to family living further away and unable to return quickly. We also offer support to isolated unpaid carers, offering respite so that they can look after themselves while being there for their loved one.NODA Companions do not take on any care role but hope to reduce the pressure by offering their calm presence. They might read an individual's favourite book to them, play some of their favourite music, or simply hold their hand.Our new project relies on caring and compassionate volunteers.If you feel that this is something you would like to be part of please get in touch.You could email us at: enquiry@carerslink.org.uk or scan the QR code below and we’ll be in touch. ... See MoreSee Less
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We are normally open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00 pm, but appointments (by phone or online) out with these hours can be arranged. . During evenings and weekends, if you or someone you know requires urgent social work support, please call 0800 811 505.

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Carers Link is a Registered Charity NO. SC034447 and Registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee Number 270702