Self referral
Carers Link supports unpaid carers who live in East Dunbartonshire, or care for someone who lives in East Dunbartonshire. If you would like support from Carers Link we ask that you complete a self referral form, and we will then be in contact with you.
- If you are a young carer (under 18) please use the young carer self-referral form . If necessary, you can ask an adult to help you complete the form, and if you are under the age of 13 your parent or guardian will need to sign the form on your behalf at the end.
- If you are an adult carer (18 and over) please use the adult carer self referral form.
Once we receive the referral we will register you on our database, and you will also receive a welcome pack and a carer ID card.
Once you are registered, you will be allocated to a carer support worker who will normally make contact within a week. When the staff member makes contact, they will discuss your current situation and any concerns that you have. They will then move on to helping you identify what support you need, and discuss what support is available and either directly refer you to the service, or give you details so you can contact them yourself.
Carers Link supports young and adult carers, and we can help with
- Advocacy
- One to one support
- Groups for young carers
- Groups for adult carers
- Adult Carer Support plans
- Young Carer statements
- A break from caring
- Employability
- Autism and neurodiversity training
- Caring for someone with dementia
- Counselling
- Moving on from caring
and much much more
