Family Carers Ireland

Support for family carers throughout Ireland

Confidential, friendly and supportive national Freephone Careline offers a listening ear and practical guidance for family carers who care for loved ones with physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs or those living with chronic illnesses, mental ill-health or addiction. Can help with issues including health; emotional wellbeing; finances; work/education; the caring role; life at home. Can also provide advice and guidance on rights and entitlements including Carer’s Allowance, Carer’s Benefit/Leave, Carer’s Support Grant, Domiciliary Care Allowance and Home Support Grants. Careline Team can signpost family carers who need additional support to Support Centres located throughout the country. Further support provided by Family Carers Ireland includes free counselling, emergency care planning, respite and emergency respite, training and education, peer support groups, membership, information booklets, e-learning modules, information on your rights and entitlements, young carer support and more.

1800 24 07 24 National Freephone Careline

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Area

Republic of Ireland

Opening Times

Freephone Careline: Mon-Fri, 9am-8pm; Saturday 10am-12noon

Charges

None

Age Range

All ages