by Candice Baratta | Nov 14, 2025 | General
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that BBC Children in Need has awarded Action for Family Carers an incredible £109,000 over the next three years to help us continue supporting young carers across North-East Essex. This funding is a huge boost for our Young Carers...
by Candice Baratta | Nov 13, 2025 | General
Every day, 12,000 people become unpaid carers for a partner, family member or a friend – many of whom don’t see themselves as carers, often unaware of their legal rights and what they’re entitled to in terms of support and benefits. As a carer, knowing your rights...
by Candice Baratta | Nov 4, 2025 | Case Study, General
Poppy is a young carer for her younger brother, who is Autistic. At home, she helps with household tasks and supports her family in lots of small but important ways. But her caring role often affects her sleep, leaving her tired and struggling to concentrate at...
by Candice Baratta | Oct 30, 2025 | General
Our Harlow Young Carer Club got up to some spooktacular activities this Halloween and we thought it would be rude not to share! We used a “Trick or Treat” box, which is a brilliant sensory game that can easily be adapted for any occasion. Our club lead created a hole...
by Candice Baratta | Oct 28, 2025 | General
Loughton Young Carers had the privilege of dining at a local Caribbean restaurant, Café Caribbean in Loughton, in celebration and acknowledgement of Black History Month. The group enjoyed a delicious meal, with each young carer treated to a main, side and...
