Kingston Carers Network (KCN) is an independent charity providing information, advice, advocacy and support to unpaid carers of all ages who are caring for someone with an illness, disability or substance misuse problem.
We are here to support:
- carers living in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
- people caring for someone who lives in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
- carers who are registered with a GP in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames.
News and information for carers
Kingston Carers Network signs national open letter calling for reform of Carer’s Allowance on 50th Anniversary
Kingston Carers Network has joined organisations across the UK in calling for urgent action to address carer poverty by signing a national open letter to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions.
Kingston Carers Network nominated for two Kingston Borough Business Awards
We’re delighted to be finalists in two categories for the KBBA 2026 awards: Community Impact of the Year and Outstanding Young Futures.
Fun, Friendship and Support: Young Carers in Action
The Young Carers Project supports young carers across Kingston to take a break from their caring role, build friendships and focus on their own wellbeing. Here’s a glimpse of what we’ve been up to recently.
Kingston Carers Network launches bold new five-year strategy
We are pleased to share our new five-year strategy, developed by staff, trustees and carers across Kingston.