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See what’s going on here at Carers Trust Tyne & Wear, hear some stories from our incredible Carers, and stay updated on our latest fundraising efforts.
FundraisingNews & Updates
Join us for our Friday 20th December 2024! 10am until 3pm. Come along and join us for our very first Christmas Fayre. There will be independent sellers, which a variety of gift items to purchase. We will have a large selection of Clothing (New and Used) Shoes, Trainers & Boots Toys & Games Mobile Phones […]
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News & Updates
Join us for our next Jumble Sale Thursday 5th December 2024! 10am until 1pm. We have a large selection of Clothing (New and Used) Shoes, Trainers & Boots Toys & Games Mobile Phones Baby & Nursery items Jewellery and Much More We will also have a Tombola with some prizes and […]
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Wellbeing
Understanding and combating burnout: a guide to self-care Burnout is a serious issue that can creep up on us, often unrecognized until it significantly impacts our lives. While not a formal medical diagnosis, the World Health Organization defines burnout as characterized by feelings of exhaustion, increased mental distance from work, negativity or cynicism related to […]
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Adult Carer Stories
“My name is Bethany Dodgson, I am 26 years old & have been a carer for most of my life.” I care for both my mum and my brother. My mum suffers from epilepsy, diabetes, non-alcoholic liver disease, depression & fibromyalgia. While my brother has glaucoma, arthritis, autism, cataracts, global development delay, social communication delay, […]
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News & Updates
This month, our friend and supporter Nicola Curtin was recognised for her fantastic support for people in the North East, including young carers in Gateshead. Nicola is a Professor of Experimental Cancer Therapeutics at Newcastle University and was part of a team that developed Rubraca, a breakthrough cancer treatment. Nicola used the royalties she was […]
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News & Updates
Young Carer Activity Worker, Sam Allport, was treated to a royal weekend at Buckingham Palace as thanks for his support to the people of Gateshead. Sam was invited to the Buckingham Palace Garden Party on 3rd May in recognition his work with the Young Carer Service, Safe Families and other causes in Gateshead. It was […]
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