Young Adult Carers (YAC’s) are those aged 16-25 who provide help or care to a relative, family member, or friend. They might care for someone with a disability, a long-term health issue, mental health problems, or drug or alcohol dependency.   A YAC’s help can include personal care, giving medication, doing chores, or providing emotional […]

Fuel Poverty Project supporting you with: Advice & Information on energy efficiency Where possible, help maximise household income and reduce debts through benefits checks Registration to the Priority Services Register (PSR) CO safety advice and access to free CO alarms Application for Locking Cooker Valves for the Cared For with Dementia One-to-One appointments Carers Advice […]

We know that carers, in particular, are finding themselves cut off from support networks which previously would have helped them deal with their caring role. If you or someone you know is a carer and are experiencing loneliness and isolation during this time then get in touch with our brand new service – Carers Connect. […]

Increasing carer diversity and inclusion 10% of the population in Swansea are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background; many of whom will be carers. The BAME carers face additional difficulties as they care – struggling with language barriers, accessing culturally appropriate services and with stereotyping around caring. This puts them at greater […]

Many carer groups are under represented in various health and social carer services, amongst them are male carers who, studies suggest, form around 42% of all carers. Swansea Carers Centre have established a new service to engage with male carers and offer support and advice. The project offers: • Support to enable male carers to […]

The Mind, Body & Spirit project aims to improve the health & wellbeing of carers aged 18+ living in Swansea.