Planning for the future
Planning for the future is important for anyone in a caring role. Should an emergency arise, and the carer is unable to continue to care, having contingency arrangements that have been discussed and agreed by both the person being looked after and the carer is vital.
Sharing information about medication and practical arrangements with family members or friends is a good idea, so that they are aware of the needs should there be any change to normal care arrangements.
Carers Wales charity has developed an App that can help carers share information and caring arrangements with family, friends or others who share the care.
More information: App Jointly
Respite
It is possible that temporary respite care could be arranged in a residential home, or the Extra Care Housing facilities.
More information: Care homes and Extra Care Housing
Bereavement
When caring duties end there is support to understand what arrangements need to be made, and to cope with the grief. Practical and financial support can be obtained following bereavement.
More information: Death and funerals
The Carers Outreach Service continue to support registered carers for an year after the bereavement: 01248 370797