Thank you for accessing the Informal Carers internet pages.

These pages will provide you with advice and information to help you in your caring role.

Make sure you look at the Carers Assessments section and get in touch with the Carers Strategy Team if you have not had your assessment

If you would like to let us have feedback please use the following contact methods:

By Post:

Essex County Council
Adults, Health and Community Wellbeing
Carers Strategy Team A8
County Hall
Chelmsford CM1 1YS

Telephone: 01245 434 375

Email: carerstrat@essex.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions

• Who is a Carers Assessment for?
• Can I ask for a Carers Assessment by Essex County Council?
• If I complete the 'Let Us Help You' leaflet, will this prevent me from having assistance from Social Care Services later on?
• Will I have to pay for services?
• Can the person I care for ask for an assessment in their own right?
• Can I assist a relative or a friend to complete the 'Let Us Help You' leaflet?
• Can I complete a Carer's Assessment even if the person I assist does not wish for an Assessment or to receive help from Adult Social Care Services?
• If I qualify for services, can I refuse?
• Can I receive a Carers Direct Payment?
• Will Adult Social Care Services check on the services being provided?