Caring for a family member or friend in Middlesbrough?
If you look after someone regularly, perhaps a parent, partner, child, sibling, or neighbour or friend, we're here to support you in your caring role.
We work with Middlesbrough Council to provide a range of free online services to support you, in addition to what is already on offer.
Kick-start with our Email Course
To kick-start your support from us, sign-up to our five-part email course, designed specifically to help carers like you in Middlesbrough.
Establish strong foundations to your care or double-check you have the essentials in place.
Connect with others in a similar situation
Community and support from other carers is at the heart of what we do. Connect with others who are also looking after a family member or friend in the Mobilise Hub or on our online cuppas.
Speak to someone
If you struggle to find time to talk to someone about your caring role, our Carer Support Team are available seven days a week including in the evenings and at weekends too.
You’ll speak with another carer about the things that matter to you.
Ask our Mobilise Assistant anything
Whether you're struggling to find help with the cost of caring or incontinence, hospital discharge or respite, our AI-powered Mobilise Assistant is here to help you get quick answers about caring.
Pop your questions in and get answers in seconds.
Support for you in Middlesbrough
If you're a carer supporting someone in Middlesbrough, we’re here to help with practical and emotional support. Remember, you don’t have to wait until the crisis point before asking for help - the earlier you ask, the bigger difference it can make.
Local support services with
We Care, You Care
We Care You Care Provide information and signposting across the South Tees area including the latest news, blogs and information about campaigns. They have links to local, regional and national organisations.
Middlesbrough Council
Middlesbrough Council provides family carers with a range of information and support. Local support in the area includes:
- Covid-19 advice for unpaid carers
- Emotional support
- Financial support
- Health
- Socialising
- Time away from caring
- Training opportunities for carers
Get in touch with Adult Social Care
Middlesbrough Adult Social Care Access Team
Middlesbrough Council Access Team can arrange for an assessment of your needs to help you continue in your role as a carer, even if the person you care for does not receive care and support from Adult Social Care. They also help with Carer's Assessments.
📞 Contact: 01642 257020
✉️ Email: adultaccessteam@middlesbrough.gov.uk.