Further information and support
This strategy is supported by a range of local and national organisations, evidence and sources of support. The most up-to-date information is available on the City of York Council website and partner sites.
Support for carers in York
These organisations provide further support for carers in York:
York Carers Centre
Free support, carers’ assessments, information, advice, activities and Emergency Card scheme.
For unpaid carers of all ages in York.
Website: www.yorkcarerscentre.co.uk
Phone: 01904 715490
City of York Council
Carer information and advice
Information on carers’ assessments, support services and activities.
Website: www.york.gov.uk/carers-1
Adult Social Care Carer Specialist Team
Information, advice and carers’ assessments:
Email: adult.socialsupport@york.gov.uk
Phone: 01904 555111
Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Ask for a parent carer needs assessment or speak to the team about young carers who may need support.
Email: mash@york.gov.uk
Phone: 01904 551900
Parent Carer Forum York
Signposting, training, peer support and representing parent carer voice to health, education and social care. For parents and carers of children and young people (aged 0-25) with additional needs or disabilities.
Website: www.parentcarerforumyork.org
Email: connect@pcfyork.co.uk
Local evidence
- Personal Social Service Survey of Adult Carers in England
- York Unpaid Carers Consultation Report - detailed findings that inform this strategy and set out the experiences and needs of York carers
- York Carer Breaks Survey 2023
National information and guidance
Carers Trust
UK charity providing information, support and resources for unpaid carers.
Website: https://carers.org
Carers UK
National support, advice and campaigning organisation for carers, including digital resources.
Website: https://www.carersuk.org