Volunteer case study

Nalini's Story

"I really do look forward to coming in and supporting them with the valuable work they do for the unpaid private carers within the borough"

Having worked within the private sector where volunteering was actively encouraged, it was always my desire to be involved within one, by ‘giving and gaining’ once I finished working, as this would give me personal satisfaction.

I learnt about the voluntary sector within the Borough of Merton by attending a workshop run for the unemployed by the Mitcham & Morden MP in 2015, the timing of which was perfect as I had just taken voluntary early retirement and the workshop sign posted me to the Vestry Hall, Mitcham where some of the borough’s voluntary sector is based.

I started volunteering at Carers Support Merton in June 2016 and this has been a very humbling and rewarding experience. CSM have a highly talented and dedicated team who help the vulnerable carers in the borough with advocacy and guidance. I really do look forward to coming in and supporting them with the valuable work they do for the unpaid private carers within the borough.

Nalini, Office Volunteer

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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.
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.
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.
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.
Donate

We are here for unpaid carers in Merton. We rely on your donations to help us provide essential services and support to any unpaid carer who needs it.
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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