Carers A Carer is a person who provides unpaid help on a regular basis to a relative, neighbour or friend who is unable to manage at home due to sickness, age or disability. If you are providing care or support these web pages will inform you of any assistance that is available. Help for Carers We can help support the person you care for e.g. community meals, direct payments, home adaptations Carers Assessment Let us assess you so we can find out how to help Financial support for carers You may be entitled to carers allowance or a reduction in council tax Neath Port Talbot Young Carers Service A child or young person aged 8-18 who helps in lots of ways to look after someone Short Breaks for Carers Arrange a short temporary break from caring Benefits available to carers on GOV.UK A full list of benefits for carers and disabled people Dewis Cymru Local directory of organisations and services to support your wellbeing