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Coffee and Conversation July 2021

All Carers and ex-carers are invited to join our regular Coffee and Conversation Carers Support Group. Held the last Thursday of every month.
Coffee and Conversation June2021

All Carers and ex-carers are invited to join our regular Coffee and Conversation Carers Support Group. Held the last Thursday of every month.
Carers Week 7-13 June

Add your voice to the Campaign to Make Caring Visible and Valued.
Why volunteer as a mentor?

Mentoring has a positive impact not just on the Young Carers we support, but on our volunteers too.

Who we are

Carers Support Merton is an independent charity formed in 1991 by a group of local carers. We exist to support unpaid carers from the age of 5 in Merton to stay well and live a fulfilling life.
Refer an adult carer

If you are working professionally with someone who will benefit from support as a carer, you can refer them to us directly with their consent.
Parent carers

Parents of children who have disabilities and are aged under 18, are welcome to participate in our range of activities for adult carers, as well as any of our groups and social events for which they meet the relevant criteria. Parents of children aged over 18, who are caring for their adult child, also qualify for our full range of services including Carers Assessment.
What is a Young Carer?

We define a 'Young Carer' as anyone aged between 5-17 that is significantly impacted by the diagnosed health condition, disability or substance misuse of a close relative. This means someone they live with or see on a daily basis.
What is a carer?

An unpaid Carer is someone who looks after a friend, family member or neighbour, who due to disability, mental or physical ill health, or an addiction, could not cope without their support.
Refer a young carer

How to refer a Young Carer to our service (with current Covid-19 guidance)
Vision and values

Our vision, mission and values
Information, Advice & Guidance

We offer information, advice and guidance on a range of issues including Carer's rights, benefits, financial & legal entitlements, housing & employment.
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Jack Petchey Achievement Award Scheme

Caring for someone can be extremely difficult,but also incredibly rewarding. We value the contribution Young Carers make to their families and communities, and our fantastic partnership with the Jack Petchey Foundation enables us to reward Young Carers for their dedication, hard work and achievements!

Help us to keep Merton's Carers Connected

The pandemic has left Carers worn out and exhausted. Many remain lonely and anxious as they continue to shield vulnerable loved ones. More people in Merton are turning to CSM for help as they take on new or increased caring roles. Please donate now. Read more

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Rosanna's Story

"Mum’s become my child. My life has been on hold for the last three years." Read more

Laura's Story

"People don’t know I’m a carer. All people see is another mum dropping off her kids." Read more

Kenny's Story

"When you’re doing something this demanding, eventually something has to give [unless] you are from Krypton. You’re under pressure the whole time." Read more

Cooking up a break for Merton's Carers

Chefs from Feeding Communities and Thomas Franks Foundation cooked up a break for Merton's Carers, preparing and delivering over 500 restaurant-style meals for Carers and their families. Read more

Why Young Carers are paying the price for caring

Six ways you can help to protect Young Carers' futures Read more

Carers Support Merton Training for Professionals - June 2021

Learn how to identify Carers in the community and how to access support for them. Introductory workshop for health, education and social care professionals. 30th June 2021 Read more

When you get the Alzheimer's diagnosis… what happens next?

Caring for his wife with dementia, former Merton Carer Robin Thomson learned the importance of putting a support system in place from the beginning. Read more

Why all the fuss about digital exclusion?

Nada Savitch, Digital Skills Project Coordinator, discusses why tackling digital exclusion in Merton with the help of our volunteer Digital Champions is so important. Read more