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Apps that could make life easier for carers

Whether you’re keeping on top of appointments, tracking medication, or trying to stay organised, there’s no shame in seeking extra support if you are an unpaid carer. That’s where technology can help. In the last blog we provided an overview of the devices that can help – read here. In
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Staying connected

Being a carer can involve long days, emotional strain, and changing routines often mean you don’t always get the chance to connect with others. You might find yourself missing the chats, the social outings, or even just the small moments of adult conversation. The good news? You’re not alone and
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Big Community Conversation 2025 Survey is Live

Have your say in the Big Community Conversation 2025 North Tyneside Council and its partners want to hear from you. Whether you live in, work in, or visit the Borough, your voice matters. Tell us what you love about North Tyneside, what you’d improve, and ask a question to local
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Share your views in the Carers UK State of Caring

Carers UK have launched their annual State of Caring survey. The annual State of Caring survey is the most extensive survey into unpaid carers’ experiences in the UK. It is used as a vital source of evidence not only by Carers UK, but by many other organisations including Government, local
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Why we should all care about Carers Week

By Claire Easton, chief executive of North Tyneside Carers’ Centre Every day, unpaid carers make extraordinary sacrifices to support the people they love, often at a cost to their own health, wellbeing, and financial security. Despite their vital role in society, too many carers still face deep-rooted inequalities that are