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We work to improve the lives of family carers

“The Carers’ Centre has been my lifeline”

Why we're here

We are here for the friends and families helping their loved ones get the best out of life.

Looking after a partner, friend or family member due to old age, illness, disability, mental health problem or an addiction can be a very rewarding experience. However without the right support in place it can take a toll on our physical and mental wellbeing.

What we do

We work to improve the lives of unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset. We do this by supporting carers to have what they need to stay well, in control and feel connected.

This means listening to carers, amplifying their voices and putting them at the heart of our work. It’s providing free wellbeing activities so they can take some time away from their caring role. It’s helping them navigate a complex health and social care system, offering financial guidance and employment advice. It’s giving them a safe and supportive space to come together.

What we've achieved

786

carers accessed vital support

607

young carers under 18 years old received our support

£10786

in financial aid was accessed with our help

737

queries were responded to via our Support Line

1339

attendances at adult and young carer activities

391

activities offered to adult and young carers

What we want to achieve

We’re here for carers during the pandemic and beyond, but to be sustainable for the next generation of carers we need to work together.

Three in five of us will care for someone during our lifetime, and it is likely we all know someone who is caring right now. Caring is everybody’s business.

Carers of today and tomorrow need to be recognised, valued and supported by decision-makers, professionals and those around them. We can’t do this without the help of our supporters and volunteers.

Need to talk? Call our Freephone Support Line on 0800 0388 885 (Mon-Fri, 9am – 1pm)