Our impact
Why Carers Matter
57,630 carers across Bristol and South Gloucestershire provide support worth an estimated £1.75 billion each year. Their contribution helps people remain safe, independent and connected while strengthening families, communities and local services
Recognition and Early Support
Helping carers identify themselves and access support sooner.
"I didn't realise I was a carer, or that support was available."
Information and Advice
Helping carers navigate complex systems and make informed decisions.
"For the first time in over a year, we felt that someone was listening and helping us find a way forward."
Wellbeing and Resilience
Helping carers take breaks, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
Key outcomes:
"For the first time in a long while, I felt like more than just a carer. I met people who understood, took time for myself and came away feeling stronger, happier and better able to cope."
Life Opportunities
Helping carers achieve their own goals alongside caring.
"It felt like a relief to get official status as a carer and to just admit it to myself because it's really validating to accept that you are actually doing something really hard that is making a big difference in someone's life."
Voice and Influence
Ensuring carers help shape services and decisions.
"Young Carers Support helped me realise that I wasn't alone. It gave me confidence, helped me meet other young carers and showed me that my voice matters."
The Difference Support Makes
Health
Improved wellbeing and resilience
Caring can affect both physical and mental health. Our support helps carers manage stress, build resilience and improve their wellbeing.
68% reported improved wellbeing
146 carers accessed counselling
Community
Reduced isolation and stronger connections
Connecting with others helps carers feel less alone, build friendships and access support from people who understand their experiences.
61% felt less isolated
46 carers supported through befriending
Information
Better informed and more confident carers
The right information at the right time helps carers understand their options, access support and make informed decisions.
1,601 carers accessed support services
1,000 enquiries answered
Voice
Carers recognised, heard and involved
Carers help influence the services, policies and decisions that affect their lives and the lives of those they care for.
366 carers influenced services
448.5 hours of lived experience shared
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A better life for carers of all ages where they are recognised, valued and supported in their caring role and empowered to fulfil their own aspirations.
We offer services to carers of all ages in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. All our services are free.
A carer provides support to someone who could not manage without this help.
Carers Support provides support, information and advice to unpaid carers of any age living in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas.
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