Life events

Everyone will be at a different stage in their lives and facing a variety of life events. In many cases, it will be something that you have not come across before and coping with it may appear daunting.

Carlisle City Council has created the following pages to help you with practical information and links to organisations and groups who may be able to give you help, advice and support.

Having a baby Links for people who are thinking of having a baby, are expecting, or have just given birth.	Starting a business Useful links for anyone thinking about starting a business in Carlisle.
Adoption and Fostering Links to the County's adoption and fostering service, and other useful information.	Getting married Plenty of help, advice and information links for couples.
Starting school Links to the County's education service, and other useful links for parents of children starting school.	Separation and Divorce Help for all those affected by separation and divorce, including the children.
Leaving school What next? Information to help with choices before and after leaving school.	Death and Bereavement Help from Bereavement Services, for both the practical and emotional aspects of bereavement.
Lifelong learning Information links to the County education service and other useful local and national resources.	Pension and Retirement Information for anyone considering their options for retirement, or those already retired.
Finding a job Useful information for anyone looking for employment or a change of career.	Looking after or caring for someone Help for those looking after or caring for someone.
Learning to drive Help for those people just starting to drive, through to those ready to book a test.	Dealing with Crime Links to Cumbria Police services and other useful information for those affected by crime.
Moving home Information links for anyone planning to move home into, or within Carlisle.	Young People Information on all the issues affecting young people, including bullying, jobs and health.
Tracing Your Family Information for anyone wanting to trace their family tree or discover their ancestry.	Dealing with Debt Find out what you can do about debt problems and where to get free help and advice.