Crossroads Care NI

General information

Crossroads Caring for Carers is a Northern Ireland based charity. Since 1984 Crossroads has provided respite care for carers, who provide care for an elderly, frail, ill or disabled friend or relative. Crossroads has two main charitable projects; Crossroads In Your Prime Project and Crossroads Young Carers Project.

Crossroads In Your Prime project aims to attract mature people who are willing to support and encourage elderly people who may be alone due to a bereavement or inadequate support. Elderly people may be house bound and unable to access available local services and as a result are at risk of exclusion, isolation and loneliness. Isolation and loneliness can lead to depression and ill health amongst elderly people. Through connecting with volunteers the elderly will build their confidence, reduce isolation and as a result improve their health. In turn our volunteers will also have an opportunity to contribute their skills and experience to planning, developing and delivering this project.

‘In Your Prime’ is currently recruiting volunteers of all ages who would be willing to help and support elderly people. The Project will provide training and development for all volunteers who register to get involved. Volunteering can range from: -

■ Telephone Service
■ Events
■ Fundraising
■ Befriending Service
■ Emergency Transport
■ Intergenerational Activities

Interested in More Information About Volunteering? Please contact the ‘In Your Prime’ office on telephone 028 9181 4363 or email iyp@crossroadscare.co.uk. We will be happy to answer any queries or send you more information.

Crossroads Young Carers Project were the first charity in Northern Ireland to recognise the vital role children play in caring for an ill/disabled family member on a daily basis. Crossroads Young Carers Project’s aim is to provide support for children who ‘care’ for another member of their family who may be ill, disabled, have mental health problems or an addiction to alcohol or drugs.

The aims of the Young Carers Project are:

■ To raise awareness about the issue of Young Carers amongst health, education, social work and leisure agencies
■ To identify Young Carers
■ To offer support services to Young Carers and their families
■ To reduce social exclusion for Young Carers
■ To reduce physical, emotional and social problems among Young Carers

For further information on the Young Carers Project please contact us on 028 9181 4363 or email us at ycarer@crossroadscare.co.uk. You can also visit our website at http://www.crossroadsyoungcarers.co.uk/