History

Established in 1987, The Carers Association is owned and controlled by carers and represents their interests as well as providing a range of supports and services.

The Carer’s Association was founded in Dublin in 1987 following a meeting organised by the late Ms. Iris Charles of the Dublin Council for the Aged, and Mr. Frank Goodwin of Dublin Corporation.

At that time the word ‘carer’ was unknown in the context of family members caring at home, and the primary objective of the association was to place the contribution of family carers on the political agenda. Since then The Carers Association has expanded from its initial advocacy and lobbying role to include service provision.