Caring for a family member or friend in Wigan?
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 Wigan 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 Wigan.
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 Wigan
We recognise and value the vital role carers play, and we want to help you feel supported so you can continue caring for as long as you feel able. There are many ways that you can find support across our borough.
Local carer support services with Wigan Council
Wigan and Leigh Carers Centre - To create a carer-friendly Wigan where every carer is empowered, respected, and supported to lead a fulfilling life, balancing their caring responsibilities with personal aspirations and well-being.
- Carer's Assessments: Tailored assessments to determine carers' needs
- Information and Advice: Resources and guidance on caregiving
- Financial Assistance: Support to manage caregiving costs
- Training and Workshops: Educational sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge
- Peer Support Groups: Local group meetings for sharing experiences
- Health and Well-being Programs: Locally based activities to promote physical and mental health
- Holistic Therapies: Alternative therapies like massage and aromatherapy
- Counselling and Emotional Support: Access to professional counsellors
- Young Carers Support: Services for young carers aged 5-17 and young adult carers aged 18-24
- Hospital Discharge Service: Support during the transition from hospital to home
- Befrienders: Companionship to reduce isolation
- Advocacy Services: Representation and navigation of complex systems
- Form Filling Service: Assistance with completing caregiving-related forms
Phone: 01942 697885
Email: info@wlcccarers.com
You can also access help from specialist carers organisations who provide information, advice and guidance to help you find practical solutions to address specific challenges, services for your emotional wellbeing, and be connected with other local people in similar situations to you for mutual support.
Dementia UK - specialist dementia nursing charity that provides Admiral Nurses, who offer free support and advice to anyone affected by dementia.
Greater Manchester Mental Health - As a service user, relative or carer using our services, sometimes you may need to turn to someone for help, advice, and support.