Supporting unpaid carers in Havering to improve their wellbeing and lead fulfilling lives.
Are you a carer?
A carer is anyone who cares provides unpaid care for a friend or family member who, due to illness, disability, mental health problem or addiction, cannot cope without their support.
Many people do not think of themselves as carers and do not get the help and support they need. We understand that caring for someone can be a rewarding and selfless experience. It can also be overwhelming, stressful, exhausting and lonely. All carers deserve to be heard, valued and supported.
Every experience is unique, and our service in Havering aims to ensure you get the support you need, with information, advice and support through each stage of your caring journey. You’ll also have opportunities to join a range of activities to improve your wellbeing and connect with other carers in Havering.
What support will I receive?
Our free services are designed to provide a full range of support in ways to suit you, whether that’s one-to-one, in a group, online or in person.
We will help you to improve your health and wellbeing, balance your caring role with your own needs and aspirations, and to care safely, confidently and effectively.
Support includes:
Assessing your needs
at a time and place that suits you. A personal support plan, including a statutory Carers Assessment, will focus on your goals and aspirations as well as your caring responsibilities.
Information, advice and guidance
helping you to feel better equipped for all aspects of your caring role and understand your rights as a carer.
Emotional support
helping you to manage the stress, anxiety and pressures of being a carer.
Financial support and advice
supporting you to access specific advice on finance, debt, grants and benefits.
Exploring new opportunities
encouraging you to develop your interests, take up volunteering, training, education and employment, or participate in workshops and activity days to develop new skills.
Contact with other agencies
helping you manage your connections with benefits, health, social care, council, and employment organisations.
Coping with emergencies
planning for sudden changes in your caring role, such as you having to go into hospital.
Championing carers
raising awareness so that more people understand carers’ needs and challenges and can provide wider support.
Imago Hub
Helping meet your individual needs
Workshops, events and groups
Planning for your future as a young adult carer
