If you need help understanding the needs of the person you are caring for there are several links below to organisations who will have expert information about specific conditions.
If you can’t find what you are looking for here, North Tyneside Carers’ Centre has a team of specialist staff who you can talk to.
If you know of an organisation that have been really helpful to you and your family, please tell us so that we can add it to this site.
Contact The Young Carers’ Service on (0191) 643 2298 or email them here: (CONTACT US MECHANISM)
Services
Dementia UK
For advice, guidance and support.
Anxious Minds
Provide free support groups for people suffering with anxiety and depression.
Versus Arthritis
For information, advice and support.
Diabetes UK
For information, advice and support.
Eating Distress North East
Helping people in the North East whose lives are affected by eating distress, or eating disorders.
Tyneside Mind
For general and condition specific mental health information.
Asthma UK
For information, advice and support
Huntington’s Disease Association
For information, advice and guidance, links to local advisors and support groups.
Fibromyalgia UK
Newcastle Fibromyalgia support group meet monthly. Groups and sessions include meetings, art therapy craft sessions