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Joining the Emergency Scheme will ensure that the person you care for will continue to receive the support they need during a time of crisis such as illness or injury to the parent/carer

One of the biggest worries for family carers is what will happen to the person they care for if they are in an accident or suddenly take ill. The Family Carers Ireland FREE Emergency Scheme can put your mind at rest with access to a 24/7 emergency helpline.

Joining the scheme will ensure that the person you care for will continue to receive the support they need during a time of crisis and from people you trust. 

Emergency situations include:

•  Being involved in an accident
•  Being taken ill suddenly
•  Needing unplanned hospital care

This short video explains the emergency scheme – How the Emergency Scheme works