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Carer's emergency card

What would happen to the person you care for if you are in an accident or suddenly take ill?

Give yourself added reassurance by carrying a carer's emergency card.

This (credit card-sized) card tells others that you have a caring role. It shows your unique reference number and the emergency helpline number.

When someone calls the helpline we will get in touch with your emergency contacts and take appropriate action.

The emergency helpline is open 24 hours.

There is also a card for the person you care for so that people know they depend on you.


How to get a carer's emergency card

To get a card call 01307 464943 or 01307 462670.

If you would like a card but do not have anyone to act as an emergency contact, call us to discuss this.


Charges

This is a free service.


If your details change

Remember, the card is only as good as the information you share with us. If any of your or your contact's details change let us know so that the card remains effective in an emergency!


Find out more

If you have any questions call 01307 464943 or 01307 462670.

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