Trustees are volunteers that govern Carers Trust Tyne and Wear and ensure that we stay true to our goals. They come from all kinds of backgrounds, including being carers themselves. Are you interested in helping to guide the charity? Read more
We are currently hiring. Click here for information on becoming a Carer Support Worker. Read more
A better life for carers
Our vision is that unpaid carers count and can access the help they need to live their lives.
We are currently hiring. Click here for information on becoming a Carer Support Worker.
Trustees are volunteers that govern Carers Trust Tyne and Wear and ensure that we stay true to our goals. They come from all kinds of backgrounds, including being carers themselves. Are you interested in helping to guide the charity?
There are over 7 million unpaid carers in the UK. At Carers Trust we aim to provide them with the support, advice and information necessary to assist them.
Unpaid carers were the unsung heroes of the pandemic. As many support services shut down, most unpaid carers saw a huge increase in the care they needed to provide to a loved one Read more
Read about the extremes Paul Howlett and Chris Edis from the Youth Hostels Association are going to so that young carers can get a special break Read more
Meet Carol Watson, our new Young Carer Service Lead! Read more
Guest blogger Lily Harris explains how burnout is a very real problem. It's not always easy to recognise when you’re heading towards burnout but there are steps you can take to prevent or alleviate it. Read more