Islington Carers Centre (ICC) - formally known as Islington Carers Forum (ICF) - was established in 1992 by a group of concerned carers who felt that their voices were not being heard by health and social services.

Through the hard work of Cecil Holley (Chair until 2007) and Rena Brewin, the organisation developed from a simple support group to a small organisation that started to provide services for carers.

Paulo Mata joined the organisation as Manager in 2000 and under his direction and through his commitment and vision, the organisation has grown exponentially, developing many new projects and services for carers.

ICC is now recognised by health and social care professionals and the general public as an indispensable source of specialist information, advice, advocacy and support for all carers over the age of 18 in the borough of Islington. Our services include welfare benefits and housing advice, raising grants for equipment and respite, signposting to other services, support groups, monthly Health & Relaxation Days, quarterly Making it Happen Days, a Flexible Breaks Fund to provide holidays and breaks for carers, theatre and day trips; a regular newsletter and fact pack.

ICC is an equal opportunities organisation, independent of Social Services, and works in partnership with the statutory agencies and voluntary and community organisations in Islington to promote and provide better and more accessible services for carers.

Our thanks to the London Borough of Islington, without whose support this website would not have been possible.