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
Help Essex Young Carers
No child should have to choose between childhood and caring Did you know that one in five schoolchildren in the UK are...
Essex Cares At Christmas
THE ESSEX COMMUNITY ADVENT CALENDAR IS BACK FOR 2025 and we're proud to have been chosen to be part of the...
Celebrating accessibility and imagination
Action for Family Carers Contributes to Oi Chelmsford! Exhibition A brand-new family-friendly exhibition has opened...
Volunteer with us
Action for Family Carers are looking for Volunteers to help out at Maldon Day Centre. This role involves supporting...
BBC Children in Need backs life-changing support for young carers in Essex
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that BBC Children in Need has awarded Action for Family Carers an incredible...
Poppy’s Story: Finding Balance and Confidence
Poppy is a young carer for her younger brother, who is Autistic. At home, she helps with household tasks and supports...
Spooktacular fun at our Harlow Young Carer Club
Our Harlow Young Carer Club got up to some spooktacular activities this Halloween and we thought it would be rude not...
Loughton Young Carers celebrate Black History Month
Loughton Young Carers had the privilege of dining at a local Caribbean restaurant, Café Caribbean in Loughton, in...
Shape the future for Carers in Essex
Have your say! Essex County Council is developing a new All-Age Carers Strategy and wants to hear directly from those...
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.