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Helpful resources for family carers

Useful contacts and trusted organisations in Hull, Beverley & East Yorkshire

A couple look out the window as they get home care in their own East Yorkshire home

When you or someone you love needs care at home, it’s natural to have lots of questions - not just about care services, but also about benefits, equipment, local support groups and advice.

At Sirius Homecare, we’re always happy to help point you in the right direction. Below is a collection of useful contacts and trusted organisations in Hull, Beverley and the wider East Riding area that can provide free information, guidance and emotional support.

These services can help you stay informed, supported and connected as you explore care options and plan for the future.

Local authority support & advice

Your local council is usually the first place to start when exploring homecare funding, needs assessments or adaptations to help you stay independent at home.

Hull City Council
 

East Riding of Yorkshire Council (ERYC)
 

  • Adult Social Care – Guidance on care assessments, financial help and local wellbeing services.
    Visit ERYC Adult Social Care
     

  • Your Money Team – Independent advice on benefits such as Attendance Allowance, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Carer’s Allowance.
    Visit ERYC Your Money Team

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Want more information on home care?

If you'd like to find out more information about our home care services, take a look at our home care page or get in touch by using our online form or calling 01482 655002.

Health and condition-specific charities

If you or a loved one has a long-term condition such as dementia, Parkinson’s or arthritis, specialist organisations can offer expert information, support groups and helplines.

Dementia and Alzheimer’s support

Alzheimer’s Society (Hull & East Riding) – Dementia advice, local support groups, and carer information.
Visit Alzheimer’s Society Hull & East Riding
 

Dementia UK – Specialist Admiral Nurse helpline and resources for family carers.
Visit Dementia UK

Parkinson’s support

Parkinson’s UK (Hull & East Riding Branch) – Local meetings, support groups and expert advice for people living with Parkinson’s and their carers.
Visit Parkinson’s UK

Cancer support

Macmillan Cancer Support – Guidance on palliative care, financial help and emotional wellbeing.
Visit Macmillan Cancer Support

Stroke and MS support

  • Stroke Association – Guidance on recovery, rehabilitation and local stroke groups.
    Visit Stroke Association
     

  • Headway Hull & East Riding – Support for people living with brain injury and their families.
    Visit Headway Hull & East Riding
     

  • MS Society (Hull & East Riding Group) – Information and community support for people affected by Multiple Sclerosis.
    Visit MS Society Hull & East Riding

Arthritis and mobility

  • Versus Arthritis – Advice on managing pain, staying mobile and accessing support.
    Visit Versus Arthritis

Financial and legal advice

Making sense of care funding, benefits and legal planning can be complex — but there is help available.

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  • Age UK Hull – Practical advice for older people on money, care, and staying independent.
    Visit Age UK Hull & East Yorkshire
     

  • GOV.UK Power of Attorney guidance – Official information on how to make or register a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Find our more on this subject by visiting our Power of Attorney page
    Visit GOV.UK Power of Attorney

Safety, wellbeing and emergency support

  • East Riding Lifeline – A personal alarm service offering 24-hour emergency help for anyone living alone or at risk of falls.
    Visit East Riding Lifeline
     

  • Falls Prevention Service – free advice and home assessments for people who’ve had a fall or are at risk.
    Visit Hull & East Riding Falls Service
     

  • Hull 4 Heroes – Practical and wellbeing support for local veterans.
    Visit Hull 4 Heroes
     

  • The Silver Line – Free, confidential 24-hour helpline for older people seeking conversation and advice.
    Visit The Silver Line

NHS and national resources

  • NHS – Care and Support Guide – Official NHS information on homecare, costs and funding.
    Visit NHS Care and Support Guide
     

  • Carers UK – Advice and resources for unpaid carers, including benefits and employment rights.
    Visit Carers UK

Speak to our friendly team

If you’d like to talk through care options or need help finding the right support, please get in touch

At Sirius Homecare, we’re proud to support our local community — helping people find not only great care, but also the right information and advice.

Call us on 01482 655002, email us at info@siriushomecare.co.uk or use our online form by clicking below.

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