Carers Trust Scotland

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Our strategic aims:

1.Championing carers.
2.Providing services to carers in all parts of the UK.
3.Creating transformational partnerships.

Poverty, caring and mental health are closely linked. This we're raising awareness of the challenges many unpaid carer...
10/10/2026

Poverty, caring and mental health are closely linked. This we're raising awareness of the challenges many unpaid carers face and the support they deserve.

Caring can have a significant impact on mental health. Unpaid carers need access to the right support when they need it....
10/10/2026

Caring can have a significant impact on mental health. Unpaid carers need access to the right support when they need it.

Communities thrive when people support one another. This we're celebrating the volunteers, local groups and organisati...
09/10/2026

Communities thrive when people support one another. This we're celebrating the volunteers, local groups and organisations helping carers across Scotland.

Could you help shape the future of support for unpaid carers in Angus?Angus Carers Centre is looking for a Head of Servi...
09/10/2026

Could you help shape the future of support for unpaid carers in Angus?

Angus Carers Centre is looking for a Head of Services and Operations to lead services, support staff and volunteers, build partnerships, and help develop the organisation's next five-year strategy.

If you're an experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for carers, we'd love to hear from you.

🔗 Apply now: https://bit.ly/4dqAIXq

Our new research with Public First, ‘Caring in 2035’, shows the stark reality unpaid carers across the country are facin...
09/10/2026

Our new research with Public First, ‘Caring in 2035’, shows the stark reality unpaid carers across the country are facing in the coming decades without meaningful reform.

We are calling for action now. This means well-funded local support that reaches carers before crisis point, real financial and wellbeing support, and a care system that recognises carers as essential and equal.

The future of care is something we all have a stake in.

Read more about Caring in 2035: https://carers.org/campaigning-for-change/caring-in-2035 https://carers.org/campaigning-for-change/caring-in-2035

Strong communities help unpaid carers feel connected, supported and less alone. Local carer organisations play a vital r...
09/10/2026

Strong communities help unpaid carers feel connected, supported and less alone. Local carer organisations play a vital role in making that happen.

08/10/2026

Our Head of External Affairs, Paul Traynor, spoke at The Scottish Parliament's Social Justice, Housing and Local Government Committee about the support unpaid carers need and the role of devolved social security in helping carers across Scotland.

Alongside colleagues from across the sector, Paul highlighted the importance of ensuring carers are recognised, valued and able to access the support they need.

Unpaid carers play a vital role in our communities. Their voices must be heard in decisions that affect their lives.

🎥 Watch the full session here: https://www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/social-justice-housing-and-local-government-committee-september-30-2026

Without action, our ‘Caring in 2035’ research predicts that 1.6 million unpaid carers could be living in poverty by 2035...
08/10/2026

Without action, our ‘Caring in 2035’ research predicts that 1.6 million unpaid carers could be living in poverty by 2035 rising to more than 2 million by 2050.

Unpaid carers play a major role in holding our care system together, but they cannot be expected to absorb ever-increasing pressure without proper support.

Over the course of just ten years, we found the number of carers caring for 35hrs+ a week had increased from 15% to 20% and that is rising by the year.

Our research shows that once you provide more than 35 hours of care, there is a real cliff edge in terms of physical and mental health, employment, and wage prospects. Almost a third (32%) of carers providing 35+ hours of care are living in poverty.

Changes to social care must rebalance expectations between individuals and the state, and ensure that carers have the tailored, hands-on support they need.

Carers need to be recognised as essential and equal, not invisible and expendable.

Read more about Caring in 2035: https://carers.org/campaigning-for-change/caring-in-2035 https://carers.org/campaigning-for-change/caring-in-2035

No child or young person should have their opportunities limited by poverty. Supporting families and young carers is key...
08/10/2026

No child or young person should have their opportunities limited by poverty. Supporting families and young carers is key to creating a fairer Scotland.

Young carers and young adult carers can face additional financial pressures alongside their caring role. Tackling child ...
08/10/2026

Young carers and young adult carers can face additional financial pressures alongside their caring role. Tackling child poverty means supporting families and young people to thrive.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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