by Candice Baratta | Sep 25, 2026 | General
At Action for Family Carers, we know that working with other organisations can help us give carers the best possible support. By bringing together our different skills, knowledge and experience, we can create more opportunities for carers and achieve better outcomes...
by Candice Baratta | Sep 3, 2026 | Case Study, General
Toni is a parent carer looking after her sons, who have autism and ADHD. The day-to-day demands of caring can be intense, with meltdowns, distractions and constant challenges leaving Toni feeling stressed, tired and emotionally drained. Toni first heard about Essex...
by Candice Baratta | Aug 6, 2026 | General
Young Carer Summer Fun Session – Wednesday 12th August | 10:00am–1:00pm 🌞 Come along for a fantastic FREE morning at the horse stables made possible with the help of Horsomely Thrive CIC and ELmwood Stables. Everyone is welcome – whether you’re a young...
by Candice Baratta | Jul 21, 2026 | Case Study, General
Stacey* cares for her son, H, who has autism and ADHD. Stacey also has ADHD herself and believes she may be autistic too. When she was referred to Action for Family Carers by Essex Wellbeing Service, life felt overwhelming. Since becoming homeless in 2023, Stacey and...
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...
