Mental health problems don't just affect the people experiencing difficulties, but also the friends and family caring for them. Refugees caring for family members may also have lost the traditional social support networks on which they could have previously relied for help. However, there are a number of government policies which recognise the needs and rights of carers. In addition many mental health charities and community groups can provide support for those caring for people with mental health problems.

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Implementing National Service Framework Standard Six

Caring about Carers

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Department of Health

Caring about Carers

This is the government's National Strategy for Carers and can be downloaded from the Department of Health website.

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Department of Health

Carers of those People with Mental Health Problems

2003

A practical guide for disabled people or carers where to find information, services and equipment

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Department of Health

How to get help in looking after someone: a carers guide to a carers assessment

2002

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Crossroads

Caring for Carers

This is a national charity offering support for carers. It has a network of local groups who can offer carers time off from their responsibilities.

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Carers UK

Carers UK works to raise awareness of the needs of carers; provides information, advice and support to carers; and campaigns for guaranteed respite breaks. Their website includes information on what to do in an emergency.

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Contact a Family

This is the only UK charity providing support and advice to parents with disabled children. They offer support and advice.

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Mental Health Foundation

Carers of People with Mental Health Problems

This factsheet contains a list of organisations and other resources available for carers in Britain.

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Mind

How to Cope as a Carer

This booklet from mental health charity Mind can be downloaded as a non-printable PDF or can be ordered online. It offers advice on how to give support to someone in mental distress and suggests ways of looking after yourself while you do.

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Mind

How to Access Services Information for Carers

This is an extensive Mind factsheet offering detailed answers to important questions that carers may have, on issues such as eligibility for carer's assessment, legal advice and the side effects of medication.

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