Welcome to Carers FIRST Waltham Forest

It is estimated there are over 21,500 people in Waltham Forest providing care for a relative or friend. Carers do an amazing job, and have the right to be supported. You do not have to wait until you are struggling or there is a crisis before you ask for support. The earlier you get help, the more difference it can make.  

  Find out what support we provide in Waltham Forest by visiting our Services pages or contact us to talk about your caring situation.

Latest News

Carers can book their vaccine

Carers aged 18-64 who receive carer's allowance can now book their vaccine online without waiting for a letter.

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FREE Wellbeing Resource for London

Good Thinking is free for Londoners to access and provides support to those who feel anxious, sleep deprived, stressed or sad.

Good Thinking, is delivered in partnership with London’s NHS, the Mayor of London, Public Health England, London Councils and Thrive LDN.

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Upcoming Events

Waltham Forest Events

Carers First Yoga

Make sometime for you. We recognise that times are strange, and life is increasingly more difficult.  Sarah our Yog...

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Carers First: Health and Wellbeing Group

A monthly group to share ideas on how to live well We will talk about things like: How can we relate better to other...

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Carers First : Mental health conference call

Mental Health Support Group on the phone.  To register your interest, please call us on 03003031555 or hello@car...

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