Carers of East Lothian

Supporting people who care for family and friends

Tel: 0131 665 0135

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  • Support Groups & Workshops

    We run a range of monthly support groups for carers across East Lothian and workshops and events to help ensure carers have the information they need. All these are friendly and welcoming and a good chance to meet other carers.

    Support Groups & Workshops
  • Mental Health Carers

    Mental health problems affects one person in three in Scotland. Mental Health Carers can be very isolated and struggle to cope with their loved one’s depression or erratic behavior. We have a dedicated worker to support Mental Health Carers.

    Mental Health Carers
  • Money and Benefits

    Last year we helped carers and the people they care for claim over £1 million in annualised welfare benefits. Could we help you or someone you know?

    Money and Benefits
  • Stress / Poor Health

    Carers often have poor health themselves and are frequently under a great deal of stress. We can help as a listening ear and provide support on techniques to manage stress. We can also help carers get the support they need from their GPs and others.

    Stress / Poor Health
  • Power of Attorney

    Power of Attorney is important for people who are becoming less able. It can allow a friend or family member to manage their affairs and make decisions when they are no longer able to do so. We can provide information and help complete forms for FREE.

    Power of Attorney
  • Covid-19 Vaccine – Carers FAQ

    A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) list about the Covid-19 vaccine for unpaid carers has been published and will be updated regularly.

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    Covid-19 Vaccine – Carers FAQ
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: We are still supporting carers over the phone. Please call us on 0131 665 0135 (Mon to Fri, 10 am to 4 pm) if you need help.

Who are carers?

husband caring for wife, 50s

Carers are people who provide help and support to a friend, neighbour or relative who could not manage otherwise because they are frail, have a long term illness or disability.

How we can help

power of attorney

About CoEL

Carers of East Lothian supports all adults in a caring situation in East Lothian to get information and services to help their individual caring role, enhance their own wellbeing, and strengthen their collective voice to improve services.

Our latest news

East Lothian Breaks from Caring Special Fund

With special funding from the Scottish Government, Carers of East Lothian (CoEL) can offer grants of up to £400 to carers living in East Lothian who are in need of financial help to arrange a break from their caring situation. 

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Contact us

The Carers Centre is open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday.
Appointments are advisable but not always necessary.

TEL: 0131 665 0135
EMAIL: centre@coel.org.uk
ADDRESS:
Carers of East Lothian
East Lothian Community Hospital,
Alderston Road, Haddington, EH41 3PF

Carers of East Lothian is a charity registered in Scotland Charity Number SC027000 and a Company Limited by Guarantee No. SC366908

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