Help and Care provide additional assistance to carers through:
- Running one-off carer focused events- these will be advertised on our Carers Events page
- Supporting established Carers groups - if you are a member of a Carers support group and would like information about how Help and Care can support you please contact us.
Short Break Service - for Carers in Poole
The Short Break Service is available to carers in Poole who look after a friend or relative with an illness or disability and who cannot be left alone.
The Borough of Poole organise for a carer from a registered agency to stay with the person you care for so you can enjoy peace of mind while you take a break.
The Short Break Service strives to provide a service which is tailored to individual needs and recognises the importance of providing care which is suited to you and the person you care for.
How to use the Short Break Service
To take advantage of this service, the cared for person must be over the age of 18, and must pay council tax to Borough of Poole.
Due to the funding from Borough of Poole there is only a small charge of £2 per hour for the Short Break Service.
To access this service please contact the Borough of Poole Brokerage Team on 01202 633549.