Dumfries and Galloway Carers Centre

We provide information, advice and support to anyone who cares for a relative or friend. We also aim to raise awareness of the needs of Carers and the contribution they make to care in the community.

Adult Carers: Many people do not see themselves as Carers and may be missing out on vital services, benefits and information. A Carer is someone who provides support to a family member or friend who is affected by long-term illness, disability, age or addiction.

Young Adult Carers: is someone aged 18-25 who cares for a family member, child or partner who suffers from a long-term illness, physical or learning disability, mental illness, drugs, or alcohol misuse. Our Young Adult Carers team can offer information, advice, and support specifically for young adults.

Young Carers: There are many children and young people who help to look after someone in their family. This may be Mum, Dad, brother or sister. The project aims to provide Young Carers aged 7-18 years with a break from their caring role through one-to-one support, groups and activities held across the region.

One to One Support
Training and Wellbeing
Groups and activities
Grants, Funding, Benefits and assistance
Adult and Young Carer Support Plan
The Carer's Hub in DGRI
Support in Education and Training
Carers Emergency Card
Young Carer Card