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  1. Stories

Stories

Why is what we do so important? Click on the links below to read some experiences of people who have used our services.

Max's Story

Max's Story

Max, aged nine, is a young carer living in Nottinghamshire. Read more

Published: 11th March, 2025

Author: Ben Hennessy

Gloria's Story

Gloria's Story

Catching a taxi into town and back might seem like a simple thing – but for Gloria it has totally transformed her life for the better. Read more

Published: 11th July, 2024

Author: Ben Hennessy

Support for unpaid carers

Support for unpaid carers

Following the ITV documentary about unpaid carers featuring TuVida client, Chrissie, we wanted to highlight how unpaid carers can get help and support. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2024

Updated: 2nd February, 2024

Author: Ben Hennessy

"I know I’ve made the right decision to join TuVida!"

Michelle helps to care for her dad, Bill. Bill was referred into TuVida’s North Northamptonshire Short Term Care service after a long spell in hospital at the beginning of the year. Read more

Published: 6th July, 2023

Updated: 28th August, 2024

Author: Ben Hennessy

National Day of Reflection 2023

National Day of Reflection 2023

National Day of Reflection is an opportunity to remember our loved ones who’ve died, support people who are grieving, and connect with each other. Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

"The young carers service gives Maria the chance to do things that can be difficult as a family"

Maria, age 11, is a young carer from Shropshire. She helps care for her twin sister, Sharia, and her mum Marina. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2023

Updated: 14th March, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

Service in focus: North Northamptonshire Short Term Home Care

Service in focus: North Northamptonshire Short Term Home Care

Our service in focus series explores how TuVida's services are making a difference across the communities we work in. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2023

Updated: 31st January, 2023

Author: Ben Hennessy

"He feels it is important to share his experience"

In our West Sussex area at our day centre supporting those with dementia, John who is one of our attendees enjoys the time with his friends and the care staff. Read more

Published: 28th June, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"You build up a bond and that bond is trust"

Respite for carers is very important and Maria talk about how we help her and husband John. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2020

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"It makes it easier because its somewhere to get away from eveything"

Charlotte is one of our young carers in the Wokingham area. Here is her story about how we've helped her during her time with us. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2020

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

Nottingham Young Carers Services

Nottingham Young Carers Services

Evie and Faye are young cares who look after their mum, with support from TuVida's Nottingham Young Carers Services. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Brett Turner

"A friendly and reliable service"

Euna is one of our elderly service users, who enjoys getting out when she can. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Updated: 5th November, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

"The Hub is a lifeline and it's invaluable"

During the Coronavirus pandemic our Carers Hubs have continued to provide information and support for carers - often in new ways. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

TuVida provides care for Sunhil in Berkshire

TuVida provides care for Sunhil in Berkshire

Sunhil is one of our service users in the Berkshire area. Read more

Published: 29th October, 2020

Author: Brett Turner

"I care about them and they care about me"

Lena lives in the East Midlands and is regularly visited by one of our Care Support Workers, Ann-Marie. Read more

Published: 24th December, 2019

Updated: 11th August, 2020

Author: Rebecca Byers

"Help is just a phone call away"

During the Coronavirus pandemic our Carers Hubs have continued to provide information and support for carers - often in new ways. Read more

Published: 17th May, 2019

Updated: 29th October, 2020

Author:

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    West Sussex dementia-friendly weekend break

    We have a very small number of spaces available at our weekend break for people in with early onset dementia and their carers in West Sussex this autumn.

  • Managers

    A list of key managers across TuVida.

  • TuVida Celebrates Carers Week

    TuVida Celebrates Carers Week

    TuVida celebrated Carers Week, 9–15 June 2025, with a range of events and activities to raise awareness of the support available for unpaid carers.

  • Successful Event Marks Start of Carers Week

    Successful Event Marks Start of Carers Week

    Over 100 people attended a special event for unpaid carers at the Kindle Centre in Hereford to mark the first day of Carers Week on Monday 9th June.

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  • Contact details

    Find contact details for your local TuVida office.

  • Respite for carers (West Sussex)

    Respite for carers (West Sussex)

    Our respite service enables unpaid carers to take time off, with the peace of mind that the person who needs care is safe and supported.

  • What we do

    What we do

    TuVida supports unpaid carers and the people they care for. We are a not-for-profit, charitable organisation working in England and Wales.

  • Work with us

    Work with us

    At TuVida we work with people and families needing or providing care, to help make their lives better.

  • Young Carers Notts

    Young Carers Notts

    Young Carers Notts is a free and confidential service that supports young carers aged 5-17 who live in Nottinghamshire and the City of Nottingham to take a break and get practical advice and information about caring.

  • Bridgend Carers Wellbeing

    Bridgend Carers Wellbeing

    TuVida's Bridgend Carers Wellbeing service provides vital support to unpaid carers in Bridgend.

  • Respite for carers (Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City)

    Respite for carers (Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City)

    Professional home care that enables unpaid carers to take time off.

  • Care at home (East Midlands)

    Care at home (East Midlands)

    Our home service offers help to people in need of care, as well as family and friends who care for them.

  • Carers Hubs

    Carers Hubs

    Live in Berkshire or Nottinghamshire? Take a look at our Carers Hub events and information.

  • Day centres and groups (West Sussex)

    Day centres and groups for people with care requirements in West Sussex.

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TuVida is a Carers Trust Network partner. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission.

Charity registration number 1051649. East Midlands Crossroads – Caring for Carers is a company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales, registration number 3128681. Registered office: 19 Pelham Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 1AP.

 

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