Carer's assessment

If you are a parent carer, you can get an assessment of your needs.

Your child does not need to have a Social Worker for you to get an assessment, but the Council must be satisfied that the child is a child in need.

You can get an assessment if it is likely that you will need support after the child turns 18, even if you or the child has had support before.

The assessment must consider adult care and support arrangements.