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Together, we’re making life better for every unpaid carer in the UK.
Our vision at Carers Trust is that unpaid carers are heard, valued and have access to the support, advice and resources they need to live a fulfilling life alongside caring.
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Young Carers Alliance
The Young Carers Alliance is a growing network of over 100 organisations and 200 individuals committed to changing this and improving the support available for young carers, young adult carers and their families.
Young Carers Action Day
Young Carers Action Day (YCAD) will take place on 15 March 2023 and the theme is Make Time for Young Carers. Learn more about YCAD and explore our resources.
Manchester to Melbourne Cycle for Carers
This summer, Bolton Businessman Andrew Crompton is undertaking the challenge of a lifetime by riding his bike thousands of miles from his hometown of Bolton to Melbourne, Australia.
Help and support that carers trust
We provide a wealth of information online to help unpaid carers access the support they need.
Locally, our network of partners support carers throughout the UK, giving them access to help, advice and breaks from caring.
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News and Views
29th March 2023
Carers Trust marks 50 years of caring for carers at special Old Bailey reception
Carers Trust held an event tonight in the Grand Hall of London’s Old Bailey to mark fifty years since the setting up of the UK’s first ever carer organisation. The reception also highlighted the incredible work undertaken over the last five decades by local carer organisations to support millions of unpaid family carers across the UK.
Press releases 29th March 2023Carers Trust responds to British Social Attitudes survey showing extremely low level of social care satisfaction
Carers Trust’s CEO, Kirsty McHugh, has responded to the British Social Attitudes survey showing only 14% of people are satisfied with social care services.
Press releases 29th March 2023Research highlights the challenges for unpaid carers aged 65 and above across Scotland
Carers Trust Scotland today is releasing research about the lived experiences of older adult unpaid carers in Scotland. Over 450 participants shared their experiences and the unique challenges they face as an unpaid carer.
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