Transforming lives through innovation
Working with our network and partner organisations, we develop innovative programmes that make a real difference to unpaid carers.
Ariel's story - Fair Futures for Young Carers
Young carers Ariel, aged 12, on being a carer for her mum
Our influencing work
Unpaid carers have told us they feel ignored by successive governments. And all too often, local carer organisations that support unpaid carers are operating in environments that are far too challenging operating environments.
That is why we are committed to speaking truth to power, engaging with key decision-makers and influencers across the UK to bring about the changes needed to transform the lives of unpaid carers.
Policy work in Scotland
Carers Trust Scotland works proactively to deliver measurable benefit to unpaid carers and local carer organisations through our policy and campaigning work.
Policy work in Wales
Carers Trust Wales works in many areas to ensure significant impact on the support and recognition of carers across Wales.
Policy successes
We’ve used our position to influence a number of key pieces of legislation affecting carers in England, working to ensure they reflect carers’ needs and concerns.
Evidence-based research for carers
We are committed to championing the role of high-quality, evidence-based research, in shaping policy and practice for unpaid carers.
Supporting professionals
We offer specialist resources for anyone who works with unpaid carers.
Our impact
Our mission is to shape a better future for the lives of unpaid carers across the UK. Discover the real difference we’re making to unpaid carers and their families.
1 million+unpaid carers are now registered with Carers Trust’s Network Partners
130Network Partners across England, Scotland and Wales
£3.8 millionawarded in grants across the UK to support 16,849 unpaid carers
