2025

We are pleased to announce that our Working for Carers project has secured funding to continue supporting unpaid carers across North Tyneside, Newcastle and Northumberland, into work. Are you, or someone you work with, an unpaid carer? We understand that trying to find a balance between looking after someone, and

Come along to the friendly, informal drop-in session to ask any questions you have about benefits, energy advice, energy bills support, and managing your finances. A dedicated worker is here to listen, provide information, and help you feel confident about your financial wellbeing. No booking required – just pop in.

As an unpaid carer you dedicate so much time and energy to looking after others, yet can often have little opportunity to take time for yourself. Carers are twice as likely to experience poor physical and mental health. That’s why it’s important they can take a break. In this blog

Young carers can have a lot of responsibility on their shoulders and often have little time for themselves. The truth is: they need a break. From being the main carer to helping out with jobs around the house, the range of caring roles young people take on varies from person

  Many unpaid carers struggle to take a break. Sadly, some carers have not had any form of respite or holiday for years. However, legally, carers have rights, including the right to an assessment, which may result in the provision of respite care to maintain their well-being while continuing their