Opportunities with Carers Sitting Service

The sitting service exists to provide a short-break to those who have a caring responsibility for a husband, wife, partner, parent, relative or friend. It is available to adults and young carers living in Northamptonshire who are looking after someone who has relatively low-level support needs. Support is delivered by volunteers who will receive induction, training and on-going support. Volunteers will not be able to provide personal care to the person they are supporting. Support offered takes the form of a befriending role enabling the carer to take time away from their caring role. A support session can run from between 2 and 3 hours.