Understanding your relative's* illness	Having time for yourself during the day
Managing your relative's symptoms	Your financial, legal or work issues
Providing personal care for your relative	Dealing with feelings and worries
Knowing who to contact if you are concerned about your relative	Looking after your own health
Equipment to help you care for your relative	Talking about beliefs or spiritual concerns
Talking with your relative about his or her illness	Practical help in the home
Knowing what to expect in the future when caring for your relative	Getting a break from caring overnight
+ any other issue identified by the carer

From the Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool (CSNAT) ©

* Although 'relative' is used, the cared for person may be a friend rather than a family member