About
Caring Together North Yorkshire offers services across Ryedale and Whitby areas, whose goal is to build a community where unpaid carers and individuals living alone are supported, included and recognised.
A short history
The need for greater support for carers was identified by Ryedale Voluntary Action, which set up a pilot project in 1991. The success of this work gave rise to the establishment of a registered charity, Ryedale Carers Support, in 1999.
Ryedale Carers Support was set up to provide practical and emotional support for carers, for the people they care for and for older people living on their own. Initially this support involved a sitting service provided by volunteers, in order to give carers a break. To this service was added a number of social groups, including Songs for Scones and Farmers’ Breakfast. This work was funded by the then North Yorkshire County Council supplemented by grants from local and national charitable funds.
In 2015 the charity was instrumental in establishing a partnership with Caring Together Whitby and Support for Carers Scarborough, to deliver support across a wider geographical area. In 2025, Caring Together Whitby decided to wind up as a charity and asked Ryedale Carers Support to deliver its services in and around the town. This was undertaken successfully and in the following year our name changed to Caring Together North Yorkshire to reflect this new area.
Our Mission
To reduce loneliness and social isolation for carers and individuals.
- Provide person-centred support and advice for carers and/or people living alone.
- Listen to the needs and wants of those in a caring role.
- Connect carers and volunteers within the local community.
- Collaborate with local organisations to increase awareness of isolation and loneliness.
- Build a reliable and valuable community for carers and our volunteers.
Our Vision
A community where unpaid carers and those living alone are supported, included and recognised.
Values & Beliefs
Connection
Reducing loneliness and isolation through meaningful 1:1 relationships and friendship.
Inclusivity
Person-centred support that ensures carers can enjoy a full life of their own alongside their carer role.
Adapting services for individuals and being aware of specific needs
Community
Collaborating with local organisations, businesses and volunteers.
Creating engaging events both in-person and online to connect individuals.
Trust
Building trusted partnerships between carers and volunteers.
Making a difference
Regular and consistent support ensures individuals are able to fulfil their role as carers sustainably.
Empowering carers and volunteers to seek personal fulfilment from their roles.
