Carers First: Help and support for unpaid carers

Do you regularly help or support a family member, friend or neighbour?

You're in the right place. Find support, advice and a community that understands. Because good care is supported care

Find support

Anyone can access our online information, advice and resources, wherever they live. We also provide local services, groups and personalised support for carers in selected areas.

Carers First is a charity founded by carers, for carers. We understand the rewards, emotions and challenges that can come with caring, and the value of having the right support around you.

Live in one of the areas below? Register today to access local support, groups, events and personalised guidance.

Croydon

Essex

Haringey

Lincolnshire

Medway

Merton

Southend-on-Sea

Waltham Forest

Don't live in one of our local service areas? You can still access our online information and advice. To find local support near you, use the Carers Trust directory.

Carers Trust website

Carers Week 2026 - 8-14 June

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and help people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as carers and access much-needed support.

Carers Week

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