Adult carers advice

Who are adult carers?

There are millions of carers in the UK. For many, caring can have a significant impact on health, wellbeing, relationships, employment and social opportunity. Read more

Your rights as an adult carer

Your rights as an adult carer, including the right to a Carer's Assessments Read more

Other sources of help

Help with money and a directory of local and national services supporting carers Read more

Latest

Why Self-Care Is The Best Christmas Gift

Buying gifts is a great way to show your loved ones how much they are appreciated at Christmas. Guest blogger Lily Harris explains why it's important for carers to show themselves some appreciation too, with a little bit of self-care.

Chris Ramsey Gets Crafty with Young Carers for Children in Need

Comedian Chris Ramsey entertained a slightly different crowd when he met some of our young carers for an online craft activity.

What Next for the Young Carer Service?

Covid-19 has had a big impact on how we’ve been able to support young carers this year. We need your help to decide what to do next. We’re contacting our young carers and their families to find out what services they think we should try to deliver while we’re still restricted by Covid-19.

It's Official - We're Angels!

Carers Trust Tyne and Wear are very proud to be awarded an Angel Award by Liz Twist MP

Chris Ramsey Gets Crafty with Young Carers for Children in Need

Comedian Chris Ramsey entertained a slightly different crowd when he met some of our young carers for an online craft activity.

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

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.

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.

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