The Carers Act and Self Directed Support Act require local authorities to consider how they can support carers to have a break from their caring role.

These videos from Carers UK show different carers experiences and highlight the need for regular breaks from a caring role:

Click here to view : Carers' breaks: What defines a break and why is taking one so important?

Click here to view : Carers' breaks: Dealing with feelings of guilt and anxiety