2026

Young Carers Action Day is more than a date in the calendar, it is a reminder that thousands of young people quietly carry responsibilities far beyond their years. Behind school uniforms and homework deadlines are children and young adults providing emotional, physical, and practical care to family members who depend

We recently showed you what a work day looks like for our young carers team lead Kate. Now we have a sneak peek into the day of Caroline Hamilton who heads up our adult carers team. Caroline Hamilton Before emails, meetings, and decision-making, my husband, our two dogs, and I

Having a real impact starts with small, practical actions. Whether you’re a small local business or a larger company, there are easy things you can do to make a real difference in North Tyneside.  This week we are sharing some simple ways your business can make a difference to the

Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at North Tyneside Carers’ Centre? Today, we’re sharing a glimpse behind the curtain of a typical day for our Young Carers Team Lead Kate Rispin. Her role is dedicated to supporting young carers, their families, and the staff who work alongside

Being a carer is one of the most important jobs. Not only are you giving up your time and energy to help someone – you are providing support that would otherwise come from the public purse. Carers should be treated in a way that befits the huge role they play