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Carers Gateway

David MacDonald - December 2009
carers.gateway@kirklees.gov.uk


Useful forms for Carers



How to contact us...

by Email to carers.gateway@kirklees.gov.uk
by Phone 01484 226050
in Writing to Kirklees Carers Gateway
30 Market Street
Huddersfield
HD1 2HG



What is the Carers Gateway?
The Carers Gateway offers carers a listening ear, information about services, support for carers' groups and organisations, a calendar of social and information events, a resource room for carers and support into work or training.


Where can I find more information about the Carers Gateway?
You can find more information online in the Carers Gateway Section. Alternatively you can contact the Carers Gateway.


How can I make an appointment to see someone at the Carers Gateway?
To make an appointment you can either contact the Carers Gateway or complete the online general enquiry form.


What is the ACE - Action for Carers and Employment?
Action for Carers and Employment (ACE) allows carers to explore training or employment opportunities.


Where can I find more information about ACE?
You can find more information online in the ACE Section. Alternatively you can contact the Carers Gateway.


What is the Carers Emergency Card?
The Emergency Card is a small card for carers to keep in their pocket, purse, wallet etc. If you are a carer who has a Carers Emergency Card and you are taken ill or have an accident, the Emergency Services will know that you are a carer and they will ensure the person you look after is taken care of.


Where can I find more information about the Carers Emergency Card?
You can find more information online in the Carers Emergency Card section. Alternatively you can contact the Carers Gateway.


How can I request a Carers Emergency Card?
Providing you are a resident of Kirklees, just fill in the online registration form. Your Kirklees Carers Emergency Card will then be sent to you within 3 - 4 weeks. Alternatively, print the form out, fill it in and post to our freepost address:

Kirklees Council
Carers Emergency Card
FREEPOST
NEA8016
Mirfield
WF14 9BR


How can I make a carers gateway general enquiry?
You can e-mail the team on carers.gateway@kirklees.gov.uk, telephone 01484 226050, complete the online enquiry form or call in at Careers Gateway, 1st Floor, 2 Market street, Huddersfield HD1 1DH.
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