Carers Centre
Anyone can become a carer.
Many carers do not consider themselves to be a carer, they are just looking after their mother, son, or best friend, just getting on with it and doing what anyone else would in the same situation.
According to the 2001 Census returns there are 26,000 carers in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Why do carers need support?
Taking on a caring role can mean facing a massive change of life. Many carers give up an income and future employment prospects to become a carer. Many carers are also trying to juggle jobs with their caring responsibilities. Many do not know that there is help available to them.
Carers say that access to information; financial support and breaks in caring are vital in helping them manage the impact of caring on their lives.
