2026

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

Carers are a huge part of our society. They are in our workplaces, supply chains and communities. That’s why it’s important to show that supporting carers isn’t a handout of a “nice to have” gesture, it is actually a smart business choice that has wider benefits. Analysis from Carers UK

As this month comes to an end, we wanted to do something a little different. Instead of talking about carers, we asked the people who work alongside you every day a simple question: What are you looking forward to this year and what message would you like to share with

Blue Monday falls on 19 January and is often described as the bleakest day of the year. The long nights, cold weather, post-Christmas lull and financial pressures can all combine to make winter feel heavy.  While there’s no magic fix for low mood, there are small, realistic steps you can