Carer's emergency card

The carer's emergency card identifies you as a carer who has someone that relies on you for support should you be involved in an emergency.

Carer’s emergency card – identifies you as a carer 

This is a small card that identifies you as a carer and should be kept with you at all times. It provides 24-hour emergency cover should you fall ill or have an accident and cannot speak to the person you care for.  

In an emergency, we will get in touch with your named emergency contact or take appropriate action for the person you care for. We will also provide emergency support if you don’t have anyone who has agreed to be contacted in an emergency.

Who can apply for the carer's emergency card 

The card is for anyone over 18 who cares for someone in North Yorkshire.

Apply for a carer's emergency card

To apply for a card, you must tell us about yourself and the person you care for. You should also give details of someone who is willing to be your named contact and can take your place in an emergency.

Apply and register your card

If you do not have a card, you can apply for and register a card here: 
Apply for and register a carer's emergency card 

Register your card

If you have already picked up a card at a local library or from our social care team, you can register it here: 
Register a carer's emergency card 

Change in carer’s circumstances 

Contact us to tell us about a change in your circumstances. This could be when your named emergency contact changes, or you change your telephone number.