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
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...
Case Study – Ruby and Daisy
The importance of friendship with other Young Carers Ruby and Daisy are both 13 years old and have a caring role at...
Case Study – Carol
‘It’s my only break in the week when he attends the group’ Carol is 88 years of age and a full time Carer for her...
New Community Garden
New Community Garden now open for older people.
Young Carers Awards
One of our Young Carers from Loughton was so pleased and proud to receive this award, I think you can see that by his...
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.