by Candice Baratta | May 8, 2026 | Case Study, General
For unpaid carers, taking time for themselves can often feel impossible. Many carers are supporting loved ones alongside full-time jobs, raising families, or managing their own health needs. Caring doesn’t stop at the end of the working day — it can mean being...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 31, 2026 | Case Study, General
Albie is a teen and has spent much of his life supporting a parent who lives with severe mental health challenges, including schizophrenia. A few years ago, Albie also experienced the devastating loss of his other parent, who died by suicide. Since then, much of the...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 30, 2026 | General
Our West Essex Young Carer Coordinator is delivering Sound Bath sessions in schools across West Essex as part of our Young Carers in Schools support programme. The Young Carers we support are balancing school, friendships and their own wellbeing while also caring for...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 18, 2026 | General
Living with Dementia, or supporting for someone who is? Come along to the new Dementia-friendly pub sessions operating in Uttlesford from April for a friendly afternoon of good company, games and quizzes. *Please note these sessions are not run by Action for Family...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 18, 2026 | Fundraising, General
Young Carers Action Day took place nationally on Wednesday 11 March. Organised by Carers Trust, the annual event shines a spotlight on the incredible children and young people who help care for family members who may be ill, disabled or experiencing mental health...
