Changing lives across India
These figures represent real people carers, families and communities whose lives have been transformed by our programmes.
Impact in Numbers
The scale of change
+1,33,600
Family members supported
1,509
Carers Groups formed
33,400
Carers' lives changed
+33,730
People they care for
7,685
Carers now earning an income due to our training and support
16,275
Carers accessed health services
₹ 97.8 crore
Equivalent value of government entitlements and social protection accessed by carers through our programmes
IMPACT STORIES
Real lives, real change
Behind every number is a real person. Here are just a few of the stories from the carers we have had the privilege to support.
Thamarai Selvi is an unpaid family carer who lives in Tamil Nadu, India, and cares for her husband, Kannan, who lives with a mental health condition. As his sole carer, with no support from other relatives and no income from Kannan, she was facing significant emotional and financial pressure.
After connecting with our local charity partner, WORD Pudukkottai, Thamarai Selvi received regular support and livelihood assistance, enabling her to open a small shop and bring a more stable income into the household.
Kannan is now taking his medication regularly and helping with household tasks, while Thamarai Selvi feels more confident and supported. The support has brought greater stability and hope to the family.
Varsha is an unpaid family carer from Koppal district in Karnataka, India. She cares for her husband, Girish, who has an intellectual disability. Alongside her caring responsibilities, Varsha worked as a tailor and made jowar rotis to support the household, but financial difficulties and family conflict left her feeling isolated and overwhelmed.
After joining our Carers Project through our local charity partner, SAMUHA, Varsha received emotional support, counselling and practical advice. She also received livelihood support to strengthen her tailoring and roti-making business.
Today, Varsha’s business is thriving and provides a more stable income for her family. She is also President of the Vishwachetana Carers Association in Koppal district, where she advocates for other unpaid carers in her community.
Varsha’s story shows how the right support can help unpaid carers rebuild their confidence, strengthen their livelihoods and become leaders in their communities.
POLICY WORK
Advocating for systemic change
Beyond our direct programmes, we work to change the systems and policies that affect carers across India.
Carers Alliance India
Working with a coalition of organisations to advocate for recognition and support of unpaid carers at a national level.
State Level Carers Forums
Supporting the establishment of state level forums where carers can collectively voice their needs and advocate for change.
International Day of Care & Support
Marking the annual International Day of Care and Support to raise awareness and recognition of unpaid carers in India.
PUBLICATIONS
Reports & Publications
We share our research and evidence widely to support advocacy and inspire others to act.
Reports and publications will be listed here. Please check back soon, or contact us for specific reports.
Help us reach more carers across India
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