South Tyneside Adult Carers Service (STACS)
South Tyneside Adult Carers Service (STACS) is a registered charity who provide support to local carers.
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Overview
South Tyneside Adult Carers Service (STACS) is a registered charity who provide support to local carers.
The service encourages people to link with others to take some time out and share experiences.
Support available
The service offers a range of support, including:
- advice and information
- emotional support
- befriending
- advocacy
- carer forums
- weekly groups
The service has a parent carer group for local parents, including those who have a child / children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Who can access the service
The service is for anyone.
This includes children and adults who looks after a family member, partner or friend who needs help and cannot cope without their support because of their:
- illness
- frailty
- disability
- mental health problem
- addiction
How to access the service
You don't need a formal diagnosis to access the service.
The service accept self referrals, or referrals from an organisation working with you.
Once a referral is received, they will contact you to arrange a home / office visit.
Contact details
To speak to a support worker during office hours for information and advice please call a member of staff:
- Dan Robinson: 07435 993 257
- Maria Ingram: 07435 803 741
- Monica Scott: 07714 737 249
- Jill Purvis: 07435 802 178
- Linda Porter: 07435 993 255
- Elaine Thompson: 07435 800 547
Facebook: South Tyneside Adult Carers Service
Email: STACS@cgl.org.uk
Website: Change Grow Live: Adult Carers Service - South Tyneside