Carers of people with mental health problems (this includes dementia) who are registered as a patient/client with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust can request a carers’ assessment and access specialist carers’ services and ongoing support provided by the Trust.

This service supports unpaid carers and family members to ensure that they feel valued and supported, empowering them to begin to take control of their lives. We provide a comprehensive range of services for carers which include Carers Assessment Workers, Carers Employment Support Officer, Carers Education Courses, Carers Support Groups, Carers Website, Carers Newsletter, Carers Info Packs, Carers Participation Group, Information and Advice about Carers Breaks and Carers emergency cards. Carers can be referred or self-refer for a Carers Assessment providing the person that they support is registered with Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Contact – Caroline Mead, The Bridge, Glastonbury Road, Wells, BA5 1TJ