Who we help
Support can be given over the phone, at our office, or we can arrange to see you carers at your home or in another suitable place.
I'm an adult caring for someone close
I help a family member or friend who relies upon my support.
I'm a young adult caring for someone close
I’m 18 to 25 years old and I help a family member or friend who relies upon my support.
I'm a young person looking after someone
I help to look after someone in my family and I’m 5 to 18 years old.
I work with carers
I work in health and social care, education, am an employer or come into contact with carers in another way.
About Us
We are a local, independent charity dedicated to offering free support and trusted advice to people who care for a family member or friend in York.
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Groups and activities
Join us for one of our free meet-ups, groups and activities soon.
All our activities give you the chance to take some time for your wellbeing, connect with other carers, and get advice and support from us.
How We Help
- Free information and advice
- Carers Assessments
- Someone to talk to
- Young carer Support
- Groups and workshops
- CARERS Emergency Card
- Support to have your say
- Discount Card
Latest News
Read our annual report
18th October 2022Would you like to know more about our work? Our annual report is now available to view. Read about all our current projects and core […]
Read MoreWhat’s it like being a young carer
13th December 2021Words by David Being a young carer is a subject matter that is often spoken about in a negative light. I will acknowledge that on […]
Read MoreCarers Hubs in 2022
13th December 2021Come and see us for a chat at one of our friendly in-person Carer Hubs in the coming months. The Hubs are a great opportunity to catch […]
Read MoreFree online resources for carers
13th December 2021City of York Council have teamed up with national charity Carers UK to give carers in York free access to a range of digital tools […]
Read MoreCarers Week 2021
19th April 2021In June it’s Carers Week, a national, annual campaign which raises awareness of caring and recognises the essential contribution carers make to our community. It […]
Read MorePress Release: Harry Gration joins York Carers Centre as patron
1st January 2021https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/19615632.legend-harry-gration-joins-york-charity-patron/ This page type needs to have a space for a photo of the press page, and a link to the article on an external […]
Read MoreCarer friendly employers in York
21st December 2020We’re delighted to announce that York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has been awarded our Carer Friendly Employer Charter by committing to support members of […]
Read MoreWhat future for the UK’s unpaid carers? Andrew Marr and Professor Saul Becker in conversation
19th October 2020In this 24 minute film specially made for Carers Trust’s conference, renowned broadcaster Andrew Marr discusses the future of caring in the UK with Professor […]
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