Welcome to Carers FIRST Medway

It is estimated there are over 22,500 people in Medway providing care for a relative or friend. Carers do an amazing job, and have the right to be supported. You do not have to wait until you are struggling or there is a crisis before you ask for support. The earlier you get help, the more difference it can make.  

  Find out what support we provide in Medway by visiting our Services pages or contact us to talk about your caring situation.

Finalist for Colyer-Fergusson Charity Award 2019

Carers FIRST is delighted to learn that our Medway Young Adult Carers project has been shortlisted as a finalist to receive a Colyer-Fergusson Award.

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Carers Rights Day 2019

Information about the upcoming Carers Rights Day event in Medway!

Each year Carers Rights Day is held to bring organisations across the UK together to help carers in their local community know their rights and find out how to get the help and support they are entitled to. 

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Upcoming Events

Medway Events

Exclusive supported swimming lessons for carers and those they care for

Exclusive Supported Swimming for Carers and those they care for at Hoo Sports Centre, Main Road, Hoo.  Every Wed...

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Mental Health Support Group

A small group who meet regularly for support , information & to have a break from their caring role. Open to those c...

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Medway Carers2gether Peer Support Group (Chatham Dockyard)

Carers2gether peer support group will be going to the Historic Dockyard this week. We can provide a limited number of ti...

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