York Carers Centre Celebrates Carers Week 2026 with Citywide Events and Community Activities
York Carers Centre is inviting people across York to join them in celebrating Carers Week 2026 with a packed programme of community events, information stalls, presentations and awareness activities taking place from 8–14 June.
This year’s national theme, “Building Carer Friendly Communities,” shines a spotlight on the importance of creating places, services and networks where unpaid carers are recognised, understood, valued and supported.
Unpaid carers make an extraordinary contribution to society. Research from the Centre for Care estimates that the support they provide across the UK is worth an incredible £184 billion each year. Despite this, many carers continue to feel overlooked and undervalued, both locally and nationally.
Throughout Carers Week, York Carers Centre staff and volunteers will be out and about across the city, raising awareness of unpaid caring roles and sharing information about the support available to carers in York. Residents are encouraged to stop by, meet the team, ask questions and find out more about local services and opportunities.
Find Us Around York
Our information and fundraising stalls will be popping up at:
📍 Bishopthorpe – Monday 8 June, 1pm–4pm (outside the Co-op)
📍 Acomb High Street – Tuesday 9 June, 10am–4pm
📍 Monks Cross – Wednesday 10 June, 10am–4pm
📍 Haxby – Thursday 11 June, 1pm–4pm (next to Costa Coffee)
Mental Health Awareness Stalls
We’ll also be hosting dedicated mental health awareness stalls at:
📍 Huntington House – Tuesday 9 June, 11am–2pm
📍 Foss Park – Tuesday 9 June, 2pm–4pm
Alongside these events, York Carers Centre will be incorporating Carers Week activities into its regular support groups and sessions, with discussions and presentations exploring what it means to build truly carer-friendly communities.
A carer-friendly community is one where unpaid carers are recognised, supported and valued, making it easier to balance caring responsibilities with work, education, family life and personal wellbeing. These communities help ensure carers have access to practical support, equal opportunities and the chance to lead fulfilling lives alongside their caring role.
