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
Call for evidence on transforming carer benefits
The government began a six-week call for evidence on the 7th July to gather views on: modernising the earnings limit...
CrISP Dementia Support
Caring for someone with dementia can be rewarding. But we know that it can also be very challenging. There is support...
Top tips for Carers: keeping cool in hot weather
Hot weather can be difficult for everyone, but it can be especially hard for older people, people with long-term...
Carers Week 2026
Building Carer Friendly Communities. 8-14 June. Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring,...
“I had time to breathe”
For unpaid carers, taking time for themselves can often feel impossible. Many carers are supporting loved ones...
Albie’s Story: Finding strength and a voice
Albie is a teen and has spent much of his life supporting a parent who lives with severe mental health challenges,...
Helping Young Carers find calm through sound
Our West Essex Young Carer Coordinator is delivering Sound Bath sessions in schools across West Essex as part of our...
New Dementia Friendly Pub Sessions in Uttlesford
Living with Dementia, or supporting for someone who is? Come along to the new Dementia-friendly pub sessions operating...
Our Young Carers take their voices to Parliament for Young Carers Action Day
Young Carers Action Day took place nationally on Wednesday 11 March. Organised by Carers Trust, the annual event...
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.