Carers stories

Elaine's Story

Elaine spoke about the benefits of our holiday lodges in Suffolk.Read more

Choir stories

Why do Carers love our Choir? Hear why in their own words.Read more

Millie's Tail

Millie may be a rather cute cocker spaniel but she has a unique take on why Carer's need a break.Read more

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Northampton Coffee Morning

Our Coffee Morning in Northampton meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, 10am-12noon at St Michael's Church Rooms, Perry Street.

Breathing Space Corby

The Breathing Space Support Group is open to people who have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and their unpaid Carers.

South Northants lunch club

South Northants Lunch Club meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month between 12.30pm and 2pm

Parent Carers Group, North of County

The Kettering& Corby Parent Carers Group meet on the 3rd Thursday between 10.30am and 12 noon. Venues alternate between Kettering and Corby

We offer a wide range of ways to contact us and access support. For some people online is best so we offer online options to refer yourself to us whilst completing a self assessment which can be followed up with a more detailed assessment if required.

Professional referrals

As a professional, making a referral to us is very easy.

Jane Roebuck Carers Awards

Northamptonshire Carers Awards 2018

Support line

Our Carers Support Line provides a confidential service to support the needs of Adult and Young Carers, including Parent Carers. The service can be accessed by Carers, professionals or anyone with a Carer related enquiry or issue.

About young carers

Who are carers?

The term 'Carer' can often be confusing. We use it in terms of someone who provides support for a relative or friend who has a disability, long-term illness or other additional needs. Sometimes the term 'Carer' can get mixed up for those who work for care agencies and care homes.