The government has recognised the need for unpaid carers to receive the COVID 19 vaccination as a priority. Find out how unpaid carers can get onto the vaccination priority list. Read more
We offer a range of groups and activities for carers to get together. Take a look, you may find something you're interested in! Read more
We offer confidential, tailored support services to all unpaid carers. Caring and Living Matters! C.A.L.M. Read more
We work with a wide range of communities across Gateshead to provide a bespoke, confidential service for all unpaid carers in Gateshead. Read more
We believe that no carer should feel alone, and that it is vital all unpaid carers feel supported in their caring role, or feel supported to stop providing care, if that's what they choose.
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Our facts and figures on caring show just how much carers mean to us and why we provide the services we do.
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It is more important than ever to know if you are an unpaid carer. You may have a higher priority on the Covid-19 vaccine priority list.
At Gateshead Carers we have seen the added pressures people with an unpaid caring role have faced. We have also witnessed, on a daily basis, the qualities unpaid carers have including amazing resilience, strength, selflessness, determination, kindness, dependability and your unswerving commitment to those you care for. Read more
Yvonne Ormston, Chief Executive at QE Gateshead signs our Carer Friendly Employer pledge. Read more
Get creative for an hour with us each week as we complete an art project together. Read more
Join us at our January Jamboree - a morning of laughs, crafts, and quizzes! Read more
Join us for an online chat about how you can improve your wellbeing. Read more