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City of Edinburgh Carer Support Team

Verified

One-to-one advice and support for unpaid carers in Edinburgh.

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Free
Self-refer

If you are supporting someone else, it is easy to put your own needs last. You matter too, and asking for support can help you keep going without carrying everything alone.

About this service

City of Edinburgh Carer Support Team is provided by City of Edinburgh Council for people in Edinburgh. One-to-one advice and support for unpaid carers in Edinburgh. The team helps carers access benefits, emotional support, respite options, plans for emergencies and longer-term practical support. They also work with partner organisations to connect carers with the help that fits best. It may be especially helpful for unpaid carers in Edinburgh who need advice, information or ongoing support.. Support is available both online and in person. People can usually contact the service directly to ask what help is available and how to get started. If you are unsure whether it is the right fit, the service can explain what it offers, who it is for and what the next step may look like.

How they can help you

The team helps carers access benefits, emotional support, respite options, plans for emergencies and longer-term practical support. They also work with partner organisations to connect carers with the help that fits best.

Who it's for

Unpaid carers in Edinburgh who need advice, information or ongoing support.

Eligibility

For unpaid carers in Edinburgh.

Getting support

Eligibility
For unpaid carers in Edinburgh.
How support is available
Online and in person
Referral requirements
You can contact this service directly without a referral.

Trust and updates

Verification status: Verified

Last verified: September 15, 2026

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Verification source: City of Edinburgh Council

Verification notes: Verified support offer and self-referral phone route from the council carers page on 2026-09-15.

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