Whether you look after a partner, friend or relative, we are here for you

Adults looking after someone

It's not always easy to recognise the impact of looking after your friends and family. You may be a mother, husband, son, friend, etc doing all that you can for them. It might feel like the extra help you provide doesn't really come with a name, it's something you do out of love or a sense of duty.

We know how challenging caring for someone due to old age, illness, disability, mental health difficulties or an addiction can be. You are not alone.

Find out how we can help you
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Children and young people looking after someone

You can support a family member or friend at any age, but it can be especially tough if you're a young person. There's lots of tasks you might do to help them like the housework, giving medicine or managing family finances. If you need to talk to someone, we're here for you.

Young People Looking After Someone

Hear from the people we help

There are thousands of people supporting their family and friends, yet everyone's caring situation is unique. Members of our community share there stories to help those understand more about their own caring role.

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Ten Top Tips for supporting unpaid carers in the local community

Creating carer-friendly communities.
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Adult carers

Recognise your role as an unpaid carer this Carers Week and avert crisis down the line

This Carers Week (8 – 14 June 2026) The Carers’ Centre is asking residents of Bath and North East Somerset to consider whether they’re an ‘unpaid carer’, or know someone who might be, in order to avoid reaching crisis point down the line.  

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Coping in hot weather

It’s important to protect yourself and others from too much sun or heat, to carry water when travelling and to think of those who may not cope as well in the heat.

Advice and support

Health and wellbeing

It can be difficult to take care of yourself, when you're looking after someone else. We have some fantastic tips from our caring community to get you started.

Support for you

Are you new to caring and not sure where to start? We have a range of information to help support you in your caring role

Health conditions

Information on common health conditions, helping carers understand symptoms, access support, and find relevant advice to better manage their own health and the health of those they care for.

Money and your home

Explore articles on financial support for carers, including benefits, grants, and advice on budgeting, debt, and energy costs, helping them manage household expenses and stay in control.

Work and learning

Guidance for carers on balancing work and learning, including employment rights, flexible working, and access to training and education opportunities.