A CONFERENCE highlighting the problems faced by carers of people suffering mental health problems is set to take place at Worcester's Perdiswell Youth Centre today.

Partners in Care - Working Together to make a Real Difference will be hosted by The Princess Royal Trust for Carers, to highlight the needs of carers within all services.

Dr Jennifer Tarry, consultant psychiatrist for older adults, said the Trust was encouraging true partnerships between carers, patients and professionals.

"Carers play such an important role looking after the well-being of people with mental health problems.

"Specialist help is available for carers of someone with a mental health problems".

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