Connected Caring South Tyneside is a collaborative service led by Age Concern Tyneside South (ACTS) It is dedicated specifically to supporting unpaid adult carers (aged 18 and over) across the borough, helping them manage the emotional, practical, and physical demands of caring for a family member, partner, or friend
Information, Advice, and Navigation: Guidance on carers rights, benefit entitlements, respite options, and navigating health or social care systems.
Personal support sessions provided by dedicated staff, trained volunteers, and fellow carers to give advice and a listening ear.
Dedicated carer groups, peer-support meetups, and organized activities across local venues (such as Beach Road) to help combat isolation and build connections.
Activities, personal growth options, and respite breaks designed to allow carers time away from their everyday responsibilities.
Direct links to advocacy, learning disability support, and visual/hearing impairment resources through partner organizations.