Support for carers
Support and resources to help you with the challenges and complexities that come from caring responsibilities.
University support for carers
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Supporting Working Carers – Guidance for University managers
Create and sustain a caring and supportive environment within the workplace. Practical advice to help you support working carers in your team.
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Staff Carers Yammer Group
A Yammer group for staff with caring responsibilities or those seeking to learn more. Staff can ask questions and hear other carer's advice and experience.
External resources for carers
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Carers UK
Providing expert advice, information, and a supportive community for all carers. Carers UK is only national membership charity for carers.
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Bristol City Council – Carers
Local support available from Bristol City Council for all carers. Includes benefits and allowances, emergency planning, carer's assessment and guidance for young carers.
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Carers’ Support Centre – Bristol
Carers Support Centre is a charity which provides support, information, and advice to carers of any age living in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas.
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NHS social care and support guide
A NHS guide that explains your options and where you can get support. Get help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability.
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Revitalise
A UK charity providing respite for carers and holidays for people with severe physical disabilities.
Parents and carers
More information for parents and carers at the University.