Unpaid carers – some background
An unpaid carer is a person of any age who cares, without pay, for a family member or friend who because of an illness, disability, mental health challenges or addiction, would struggle without this support. (Carers Trust)
The economic value of the contributions made by unpaid carers in the UK is equivalent to the cost of a second NHS.(Carers UK)
At least 1 in 12 Brighton and Hove residents have unpaid caring responsibilities.
You are still classed as an unpaid carer even if you receive Carer’s Allowance or other benefits.