Practical Help & Tips
Caring often involves more than day to day support. You may need proof of your role, access to discounts, practical tools, or opportunities to connect with others.
This page outlines practical support available to help make your caring role easier to manage.
Blue Sky Social Care Card
Fully vetted Social Care ID Card that doubles as a discounts/perks card.
Recognised nationally as a Forces and Frontline ID card, accepted on the High street.
- Official Social Care Sector Card
- Verified and Vetted
- Acts as a Carer Card
- Personalised for Social Care Sector Businesses
- Recognises Unpaid Carers
- Recognises Self-Employed
- All Proceeds go to Charity
GP Carer Registers
Many GP surgeries hold a carers register.
Registering as a carer may help:
- Ensure your GP is aware of your caring responsibilities
- Access relevant health checks or vaccinations
- Receive information about local support
To register:
- Inform your GP practice that you are an unpaid carer
- Ask to be added to the carers register
If you need help speaking to your GP surgery about this, we can support you.
Our Partnership with Mobilise
Mobilise offers free, easy-to-use online support to help you access the financial, practical, and emotional support that you — and the person you care for — may be entitled to.
They offer support such as:
- Simple financial checkers to see what support you might be missing out on
- A 24/7 community of carers offering support, day and night
- Free online events led by experts such as nurses, therapists and care professionals
- A friendly Carer Support Team on hand to answer questions whenever you need
- No matter where you are in your caring journey, kickstart support with Mobilise’s free Personalised Guide to Caring – find the right support for you, all in one place, whenever you need it.
Technology & Tool for Carers
Technology can make caring more manageable, helping with organisation, communication and safety.
Through our Carers Directory, you can explore:
- Medication reminder apps
- Digital calendars and planning tools
- Emergency alert systems
- Assistive technology and equipment
- Online services for prescriptions or groceries
- Useful local and national resources
Visit our Carers Directory page to view recommended tools and support options.
If you are unsure what may be helpful for your situation, our team can guide you.
Support Groups
Connecting with other carers can reduce isolation and provide practical insight.
We run dedicated support groups where you can:
- Share experiences in a safe environment
- Learn from other carers
- Access information and guest speakers
- Build supportive networks
Visit our Support Groups page for upcoming sessions and booking information.
Carers Events
We host regular carers events throughout the year.
These may include:
- Information sessions
- Wellbeing activities
- Training workshops
- Awareness events
- Social gatherings
Events provide an opportunity to learn, connect and take time for yourself.
Visit our Carers Events page for details of upcoming events and how to attend.
We Are Here to Help
If you would like:
- Information about the Blue Sky Social Care Card
- Help registering with your GP as a carer
- Guidance on using the Carers Directory
- Details about support groups or events
Please contact our Carers Support Team.
Practical support can make a meaningful difference in your caring role.