This scheme has been put together to provide you with peace of mind, in case anything should happen to you and you were unable to carry out your caring responsibilities.

The carers emergency card is a credit card-sized card with a personal identification number you would keep on you. It is used as an instant source of identification in an emergency.

Calling the telephone number on the card will trigger a link to a database, so help can be co-ordinated to assist the cared for person, whilst you are receiving attention. We will also provide you with a fridge magnet and key ring that you can use.

How does it work?

To register with the scheme you will need to receive a carer’s assessment. Once you have been assessed you will be helped to make a plan, detailing how the person you care for would be looked after.  

This would include information about:

• who the person is that needs the care

• where they live

• what help they already get

• who can we contact in an emergency

Your laminated card will only have the linkline telephone number and your registration number on it. We will also provide a personalised fridge magnet and key ring.

If an emergency call is received. We will coordinate the help that is needed which maybe by getting in touch with contacts agreed in the plan.

To find out more, contact the adult access team.