Caring for Carers
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Are you an unpaid carer? Did you know Pembrokeshire Council has services available that might be of interest to you?
The council defines a carer as someone who looks after a relative, friend or neighbour who has a physical or mental health condition, a disability or addiction and would struggle to manage without their support. It says that as many as three in five of us will become a carer in our lifetime and that more than 10% of people of Pembrokeshire have caring responsibilities.
Acknowledging how valuable this support is the council wants carers to know that there are a number of services they can take advantage of. These include a free annual parking pass at Scolton Manor, along with a free regular hot drink on each visit.
There is also a free six-month membership at your local council leisure centre on offer via the Carers Passport to Leisure Scheme.This includes fitness suite sessions, fitness classes, public swimming, health checks, exercise programmes and access to the health suite.
It says: “To access these benefits, unpaid carers need to register for a recognition card. Adult carers can register via the Pembrokeshire Carers Information and Support Service – phone 01437 611002 or email PCISS@adferiad.org.
“Young carers can register for a Carers Recognition Card via Action for Children’s Young Carers Service – phone 01437 761330.
“Once you have one of these cards, you can apply for a free pass at Scolton Manor’s Station Shop and, if over 13, you can apply for the Passport to Leisure by emailing a photo of your card to leisureadmin@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or visit your local centre.”
