We match West Yorkshire’s unpaid carers with quality, complimentary breaks — generously given by businesses that care.
We work to recognise the estimated 400,000 unpaid carers in our region who quietly give so much — often at great personal cost. These are family members, friends, and neighbours who care for loved ones, without pay and all too often without recognition.
We give them something simple, yet so meaningful — a break. This is only made possible by the kindness of businesses that generously give breaks, experiences, and services that directly benefit a community, where burnout is a constant risk.
400,000 unpaid carers in West Yorkshire — with many more unaware that they are in fact carers
Unpaid Carers save the UK economy over £182 billion each year — yet 4 in 10 live in poverty
3 in 5 people in the UK will become unpaid carers at some point in their lives
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breaks matched to unpaid carers since our September '25 launch
individuals and family members benefited from these restorative complimentary breaks
Over £11k of social value created for our local communities
Socially motivated businesses across the target sectors offer complementary breaks, experiences, and services. Every contribution counts, and we can co-create what a break offer entails.
The local care organisations, which provide information, advice, and support for unpaid carers, will match an individual with a break that suits their needs, and match opportunities where the need is greatest.
On the date of the booking, the carer will come to your establishment to enjoy a bit of guilt-free 'me time' and experience your warm hospitality like all your other paying customers.
Naomi - Holme Valley Camping and Caravan Park
Give what you can, when you can, as often as you can.
Participation is simple and flexible, and the rewards are tangible.
Not in hospitality, tourism or leisure? You can still support The Caring Kind Project.
You can still support by fundraising and making one-off donations.
If you are an unpaid carer living in West Yorkshire and you are aged 18 and over...
We invite you to get in touch.
“Through time & professional support, I have realised how important it is to look after yourself in the first instance, which in turn benefits the people you are caring for.”
“I can hardly put into words what it means for me, as a carer, to be given that gift.”
“These breaks are really appreciated, and this opportunity came at just the right time. You get so bogged down with your caring responsibilities at times that you forget to look after yourself.”
“I miss quality conversations and time with my friends. This may sound odd, but having a really good belly laugh about absolute nonsense.”
“My husband and I are both full-time carers, so we never get to go out together as a couple. We have no family or friends for support; it’s just us and the children we care for.”
“I didn't realise this was possible; that businesses do this, it's so kind.”
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