Understanding your relative's* illness | Having time for yourself during the day |
Managing your relative's symptoms | Your financial, legal or work issues |
Providing personal care for your relative | Dealing with feelings and worries |
Knowing who to contact if you are concerned about your relative | Looking after your own health |
Equipment to help you care for your relative | Talking about beliefs or spiritual concerns |
Talking with your relative about his or her illness | Practical help in the home |
Knowing what to expect in the future when caring for your relative | Getting a break from caring overnight |
+ any other issue identified by the carer |
From the Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool (CSNAT) ©
* Although 'relative' is used, the cared for person may be a friend rather than a family member