Carers
Carers, sometimes called care partners or people who care (PwC), are often partners of PwP. We aim to include them in almost all our activities. Care partners are very welcome to become Branch members.
Social activities and support for carers
Several care partners meet regularly on Friday mornings while their PwPs are taking part in the Big Bold and Balance class. We are also planning to set up additional informal activities and support for care partners. For more information contact Claire carers@oxfordparkinsons.org.uk
Respite care
Following a discussion with carers it became apparent that they felt they needed some 'Me time'. We have as a result funded respite care of up to 30 hours over a year to support carers, free of charge. See our Respite Care page.
Other support for carers
Carers can find a range of resources and support materials at Carers Oxfordshire.
Parkinson's UK also provides useful information through their local support search page and their main carers support page.
There is also a national organization Carers UK.