Janet Thompson

Janet is one of our Central Service Administrators. She can often be found sorting out our petty cash and supporting the Young Carer Service.

Latest

It's Official - We're Angels!

Carers Trust Tyne and Wear are very proud to be awarded an Angel Award by Liz Twist MP
Carers Trust Tyne and Wear Receives Grant from the Julia and Hans Rausing Trust Charity Survival Fund

Carers Trust Tyne and Wear were awarded £70,000 by the Julia and Hans Rausing Trust Charity Survival Fund to support our sustainability and contribute to organisation resilience so that we can continue to provide valuable services to carers.
A Banner of Hope for Young Carers

Covid-19 has made it harder for young carers to connect with each other and our service. Read about how they've been contributing to our Banner of Hope!
Legs and Bums with Christine

A 15 minute routine that targets legs and bums. All you need is some space to move around.

Our Team of Carer Support Workers
Glennis Young

Volunteer
Daniel Rutherford

Volunteer
Karina Sikorska

Central Service Administrator
Lynda Bilclough

Young Carer Activity Worker
Sam Allport

Young Carer Activity Worker
Christine Tindale

Young Carer Support Worker
Andrea Overton

Young Carer Support Worker
Karen Miller

Young Carer Support Worker
Maureen Kew

Young Carer Service Assessor

Covid-19 (coronavirus) update

Covid-19 is affecting charities all over the UK. We're responding to Government, NHS and Carers Trust advice whilst trying to deliver services as best as we can. As advice changes, we'll need to change too. We'll do our best to keep everyone up to date with what's happening.
Coronavirus (Covid-19) - Keeping active and protecting your mental wellbeing

These tips are designed to help both you and those you care for look after yourselves and protect your mental wellbeing.
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Guidance

It's important to know what support is available to you as a carer and those you look after.
Fitness Blast

This video is about 15 minutes long and consists of five sections of one minute. Each section has a one-minute blast of cardio, arms, legs and abs. You can choose to do as many of the five sections as you want. For the one-minute blast of cardio, set the pace as fast or slow as you like
Fitness Blast

This video is about 15 minutes long and consists of three sections of five minutes. Each section has a blast of cardio, arms, legs and abs
Meditation and Self Belief

A way to relax, be calm and promote self belief. All you need is a quiet, peaceful, warm place to just let your mind wander for a while
Fitness Fix 10 Minute Workout

A very easy to follow, 10 minute routine that includes all the body and gives you a quick fitness fix. All you need is some space to move around.
Yoga and Stretch with Christine

A routine that stretches and relaxes the whole body. We work our way around the body stretching and moving. This helps to keep our bodies flexible while working on our balance.
15 Minute Fitness Blast

This routine is about 15 minutes long. It consists of three sections of five minutes. Each section has a one-minute blast of cardio, arms, legs and abs. You can do one, two or all three sections. For the one-minute blast of cardio, you set the pace. Go as fast or slow as you want
10 Minute Workout

A 10 minute workout routine that's easy to follow and includes all the body