Welcome to our News and Events section
Keep up to date with what’s happening at Action for Family Carers. Here you’ll find our latest news, carer stories, updates and upcoming events.
Latest News
Remembrance Day 2023
Lest we forget - Our Activity Group made some wonderful Remembrance Day items this week.
Winter Warmer event
Taya, our Young Carers Lead for Tendering District attended a Winter Warmer event in Jaywick, hosted by CVST.
Youth Voice Conference
Two of our Young Carers participated in the Youth Voice Conference at Writtle University College. It involved asking...
Young Carers Halloween
Young Carers at the Witham Club had fun dressing up for Halloween, great costumes!
Parachute jump
Wow! what an amazing achievement. Well done and congratulations to Debbie Brooks and Laura Hoti who bravely did a...
Essex Therapy Dogs Visit
Many thanks to Vicky from Essex Therapy Dogs for bringing in Georgie & Bella to meet our Maldon Day Care Centre...
Maldon Day Care Bird Feeders
How wonderful are these bird feeders! Made by our lovely clients at the Maldon Day Care Centre.
The Adult Carer Survey
The Adult Carer Survey report of nearly 3,500 unpaid carers showed that a sizeable proportion of carers said the NHS...
The Essex Masonic Charity Foundation
The Essex Masonic Charity Foundation visited our Chelmsford Young Carers Club. The new club is becoming popular with...
Upcoming Events
See what’s happening near you. Find upcoming groups, activities, events and support for carers across Essex.
Our Adult Carer Support groups are open to all carers, and you don’t need to book a place. However, it’s helpful to be registered with us so we can let you know about any changes, cancellations or special activities.
Not registered with us yet? You can register here.