SIGNAL CARERS SERVICE
Free information, support and advice for anyone who provides help and support to someone else
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Who is a carer?
A carer is anyone, including children and adults who look after a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of their illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction and cannot cope without their support.
NHS England
6000 people start caring each day
Carers UK
A carer helps with…
MEDICATIONS
Transport
FINANCES
SHOPPING
Welfare
and much more...
Am I a carer?
Recognising yourself as a carer can be the gateway to getting a range of help and support which can take some of the pressure off you and allow you some time to look after yourself.
Help and Support
Caring in Bracknell Forest
Do you live or care for someone in Bracknell Forest? SIGNAL is funded to provide free support and advice for adults caring for adults including young carers approaching adulthood and carers of disabled children approaching adulthood.
Referrals
We know that supporting carers early in their caring journey is key to supporting them.
As a professional, you will meet, work with, or recognise unpaid carers as part of your everyday activities.
Young Carers
A young carer is someone under 18 helping to look after someone with their illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction.
Adult Carers
A adult carer is someone over 18 helping to look after someone usually another adult with their illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction.
Parent Carers
A parent carer is someone over 18 who provides care to a disabled child for whom they have parental responsibility.
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Newsletters
In 2023 we shifted our focus on delivery of email bulletins, sent out every 2-3 weeks. However, we know that not everyone has access to, or is able to use, the internet. We are committed to sending at least one newsletter every year - as well as information that is...
Warm Welcome
Our over 55’s warm welcome is designed to support vulnerable and socially isolated people, as well as those on lower incomes; at a time when the cost of living is a significant challenge. We offer a warm, friendly and inclusive place with access to light refreshments...
Signal for Carers
People can feel anxious about filling in benefit forms around health, disability and caring because they’re long, complicated, and full of difficult language. There's pressure to get everything right, fear of making mistakes, and worry about being disbelieved or rejected. The process can feel invasive, especially when having to explain personal struggles in detail. Past negative experiences, tight deadlines, and the fear of losing essential support can add to the stress. SIGNAL have produced a
Signal for Carers
Lesley Bundy-Smythe (BFC) came to the carers event last week to update on the progress of the Carers Strategy and to talk about the new, soon to be launched, online Carers Self Assessment.
Once the system is live we will send out further information.
Signal for Carers
Caring for someone with a mental illness is often invisible—but deeply challenging. Carers supporting loved ones with conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or PTSD often face: 😔 Emotional exhaustion 🤫 Stigma and isolation ⏳ Unpredictable routines 💬 Lack of understanding or support 🧭 Navigating complex mental health services You’re not alone. Your role matters. And your wellbeing matters too. 🗣️ Reach out. 🧠 Take breaks. 🤝 Connect with others who understand. Find support and
Signal for Carers
1 in 5 carers is over 65. Many care while managing their own health. Older carers are the unsung heroes—often partners, spouses, or lifelong friends—providing care with love, but also facing real challenges. 🧠 Loneliness 🩺 Declining physical health 💷 Financial strain 😓 Exhaustion and stress They may not ask for help, but they deserve it. 👉 If you’re an older carer—or know one—support is out there. Contact SIGNAL4Carers to find help, advice, and community.
Signal for Carers
Is there a young carer in your household? Sometimes, the person quietly helping with medication, cooking, or emotional support is a child or teen. They may not call themselves a "carer"—but they are, and their wellbeing matters too. 👀 Signs to look for: ▪️ Taking on regular care tasks ▪️ Missing out on school or social time ▪️ Feeling tired, anxious, or isolated ✨ Support is out there—for them and for you. Let’s recognise young
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Let us know how we can help you
Address
The Ark Trust CIO, Trax, Mill Ride (off Fernbank Road), Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 8JW
info@signal4carers.org.uk
Phone
01344 266088
