Welcome to Caregivers Connected Gateshead
We are a free and confidential service, provided by Carers Federation. We support unpaid Adult Caregivers, Young Adult Carers and Young Carers in Gateshead.
Adult Caregiver Groups and Activities
Take a break and connect with Gateshead’s caring community.
Register as a Young Carer
Support, fun activities, and practical advice tailored for carers under 18 in Gateshead.
Volunteer with Us
Discover our latest opportunities to make a real positive difference in your community.
Register as an Adult Caregiver
Access our support services tailored for Adult Caregivers.
Looking after someone in Gateshead?
If you look after a family member, partner, or friend who couldn’t manage without your help due to illness, disability, mental health conditions, or addiction – you are an unpaid carer. We are here to support you.
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What’s on for caregivers?
Young Carers Cinema Trip
Sporting Memories Group
Carer’s Coffee Morning
Young Adult Carer Drop-In
Sailing Taster Day (14+ year olds)
Gibside Adventure Day (5-7 year olds)
Farm Visit and Pumpkin Carving (8-13 year olds)
Ghost Walk (14+ year olds)
Halloween Party: Spooky Night at the Museum (8+)
Young Adult Carer Drop-In
How we help caregivers
Assessments
Understand your rights and get the right support. We provide personalised statutory assessments to identify your unique needs as a carer and help you access local resources.
Benefits Support
Navigating the welfare system can be complex. We offer expert guidance to help you identify and claim the benefits and financial support you are entitled to.
Information and Advice
You don’t have to do this alone. Access our confidential, expert advice on everything from local care options to your legal rights as a caregiver.
Short Break Opportunities
Caring is demanding, and you deserve a rest. Discover our range of respite opportunities and activities designed to give you the time and space to recharge.
Peer Groups
Connect with others who understand. Our peer groups provide a safe, friendly space to share experiences, gain support, and build lasting friendships.
Volunteer Support
Make a difference in your community. Whether you want to give back or need support from one of our dedicated volunteer befrienders, find out how our volunteer network can help.
“The team have really helped me understand how to cope with my brother’s meltdowns”
Young Carer
“I feel like I’ve taken one massive step forward by calling you. The support you have given me has been fantastic.”
Adult Caregiver
Latest News
- 2x Job Vacancy: Team Leader
Join us at Carers Federation and make a lasting impact on the lives of all-age unpaid carers across Gateshead We are looking for two experienced … 2x Job Vacancy: Team Leader - Job Vacancy: Wellbeing Facilitator (Part Time)
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Caregivers Connected Service in Gateshead and play a key role in shaping a bespoke and … Job Vacancy: Wellbeing Facilitator (Part Time) - Celebrating Gateshead’s Unsung Heroes: Carers Week 2026
From 8th to 14th June, the UK celebrated National Carers Week and here at Caregivers Connected Gateshead we got out into your communities to provide … Celebrating Gateshead’s Unsung Heroes: Carers Week 2026