Carers of West Lothian offer a range of tailored support for any parent carers. This includes our ‘Parent Space’ peer support group, training opportunities & individual support.

We offer support for anyone looking after a loved one with memory difficulties. Pre-diagnosis help is available with our Memory Information Support Team (MIST) programme. The team also deliver support groups, individual assistance and more for carers following a dementia diagnosis.

Losing someone you care for is a difficult and emotional journey. We’re here to provide love and support through your bereavement.

Find out more about what Self-Directed Support (SDS) is and how to access it. The CoWL team offer regular information sessions about SDS, and individualised support.

Are you currently looking after someone who is in hospital? Find out more about how to access tailored support here.

As an unpaid carer, you have a right to be supported in your caring role. To determine the support you’re entitled to, you' can request an Adult Carer Support Plan.

We can walk you through the process.

We can help you work through your role as an unpaid carer. Open to all our adult service users, counselling can be an important tool to protect your wellbeing.