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Carer's Assessments Preparing for the assessment Many carers find it hard to think what is involved in caring - it is part of everyday life, part and parcel of the relationship with the person they look after. It is particularly hard to pinpoint what is involved in looking after someone with mental health needs. If at all possible, talk to the person you look after before you call social services, and agree what points you want to raise. Both of you will be involved in the assessment. If there are aspects of your situation which you would rather discuss in private with a social worker, you are entitled to ask for a separate assessment on your own, in private. If either you or the person you care for has difficulty communicating you should let social services know – they will provide help. You
may find the checklist on the next page useful to help you prepare
for your assessment and get the
most out of it.
Do
I qualify for a carer's assessment?
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