We believe that no carer should feel alone, and it is vital that all unpaid carers feel supported in their caring role, or feel supported to stop providing care if that's what they choose. Below are some statistics to show you the impact we have made.

In 2023 we provided some fantastic support to the carers of Gateshead including; 

£610,795  Benefits achieved for carers.

£143,000 funding provided for carers through our Carer Wellbeing Fund.

£16,035 Grant funding achieved for carers.

2435 Pieces of individual support work carried out.

1480 Carers accessed 1-2-1 confidential support.

567 Carers accessed support for the first time.

82 Wellbeing activity group sessions held.

18 BAME language communities supported.

Our Impact on the lives of carers

After coming to us, carers reported that their...

• Mental health improved by 47%
• Self-confidence has increased by 42%
• Ability to cope with the demands of their caring role had improved by 34%
• Feeling of social isolation has reduced by 35%

Read our full report in our 2023 Annual Report.