Carers First: Help and support for unpaid carers

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Southend-on-Sea

If you're looking for support and you don't live in one of our areas, you can use the Carers Trust directory to find support in your area.

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Carers Week: Nicky’s story as a parent carer and building a carer friendly community

Kerry’s story as a parent carer to a child with a life-limiting condition

Sophie’s story as a young adult carer: Carers Week

Jean’s story: Caring for yourself while caring for others

Carers First secure contract to provide their services in Southend-on-Sea

Video: The story of Robert, Christine and Kulbir

Watch our short film following three carers

Video: Children out there, who love and care

Watch our short film about young carers

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