Leaflets

Here you will find all of our up to date leaflets and other promotional materials for you to view and download.

General information on our services

The Carer Wellbeing Fund

Volunteer for Gateshead Carers

Befriender Volunteer

Becoming a carer friendly employer

Balancing working and caring

Caldew House - Holiday Home

Latest

Parliamentary Debate raises issues faced by unpaid carers

A Westminster Hall live debate took place in Parliamentary on Thursday 22nd July, attended by 22 MPs including Liz Twist MP for Blaydon, who talked about her recent visit to Gateshead Carers during Carers Week 2021.
Digital Communications and an Easy Life!

Stuart recounts that In his young days, not only did he not have a phone in his pocket, they did not have a phone in the house! As a schoolboy (with a bike), it was often his job to race to the nearest phone box in times of family emergencies...
Young Adult Carers

If you're aged 18-25 and provide care for someone then you are a Young Adult Carer. Find out how we can support you.
Footability - Accessible Fun Football

Footability offers children aged 7-16 with a disability the chance to enjoy the beautiful game at Rutherford AFC at Lobley Hill.

Young Adult Carers

If you're aged 18-25 and provide care for someone then you are a Young Adult Carer. Find out how we can support you.
1-2-1 Confidential Carer Wellbeing

We offer 1-2-1 wellbeing to ensure that all unpaid carers feel supported in their caring role.
The Carer Wellbeing Fund

Providing grants of up to £200 for unpaid adult carers in Gateshead, helping carers to maintain and improve their own health and wellbeing.
Carer Groups and Activities

We offer a range of groups and activities for carers to get together. Take a look, you may find something you're interested in!
Gateshead Carers Forms

Here you can find all of the forms you may need to request support from us.
Communities

We work with a wide range of communities across Gateshead to provide a bespoke, confidential service for all unpaid carers in Gateshead.
Plot ~ 42 Community Allotment

Our allotment in Bensham is a great place for the Gateshead community to meet, get some fresh air, and relax.
Caldew House Holiday Home

Somewhere to relax and unwind and have a break! This tranquil home provides a peaceful place for Carers to enjoy time away from their caring role, to look after their own wellbeing, and to feel refreshed.
Telephone Befriending for Carers

We offer carers a telephone befriending service to help them take a short break from their role and to enjoy some company.
Partnership Working

We believe that we can achieve more for carers by working with individuals, the private sector, other voluntary organisations and health and social care providers and we are always looking for new people and organisations to work with.

Gift a Carer a Chance for Change

We’re reaching out to more and more 'hidden' carers before they reach crisis point, but need your help to do so. Whatever you can give, know that it will be used directly to support carers. Read more

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