There are specialist support services based in Leeds, that offer information and help specifically to carers who look after an adult or child with a Learning Disability. Please also visit the Carer Organisations page to find out more about general support services available in Leeds.
Age UK Older Carers Support Service
Support carers, who are themselves over the age of 65 and caring for an adult with learning difficulties, and who may have been caring consistently for many decades. Own age and ill health are additional difficulties that carers may face, which is recognised by Age UK Leeds, who provide the following
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Regular phone contacts and home visits if required
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Information about and support to access services available to you and your family
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Someone to talk to when times are tough
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Advice and support on emergency planning
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Held for planning for the future
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Organise socials and other events for carers
web www.ageukleeds.org.uk
email ocss@ btconnect.com
tel 0113 272 0377
address Office 2, 1st Floor, Bridge House, Balm Rd, LS10 2TP
times Mon to Fri 9am until 4.30pm
MENCAP Leeds
Aim to improve the lives and opportunities of people with a learning disability and their families and carers. They offer the following
web www.leedsmencap.org.uk
email info@leedsmencap.org.uk
tel 0113 235 1331
address Londesborough Terrace, East End Park, LS9 9NE
Through the Maze
Are a Leeds information service specifically for learning disabilities covering events, health, education, jobs, social and leisure activities, holidays and short breaks, housing and support. For latest news please join their mailing list.
web www.through-the-maze.org.uk (currently being updated)
email throughthemaze@mencap.org.uk
tel 0113 269 1889
address Mencap Through the Maze, Alexandra House, 2 Well Lane, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, LS7 4PQ
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