Thousands of unpaid carers across the region now have a central “hub” at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary giving ready access to support, advice and information.
The new Carer’s Hub is beside the hospital’s Combined Assessment Unit.
Financed by the NHS Endowment Fund, it was officially launched by a ribbon cutting ceremony with Sheryl Herring, an unpaid carer, having the honours. She said: “This hub is an absolute godsend for carers like myself.