by Candice Baratta | Aug 15, 2025 | General
At Action for Family Carers, we know how important it is for Young Carers to have time for themselves – time to laugh, relax, and just be kids. Many miss out on experiences other children take for granted, like trips to the zoo or a simple holiday. That’s why...
by Candice Baratta | Apr 3, 2025 | General
Not one but two of our brilliant Young Carers win ‘Young Citizen of the Year’ awards in West Essex! Kayden was awarded the ‘Young Citizen of the year award from Epping Forest District Council. The awards recognise and celebrate people from across Epping Forest...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 13, 2025 | General
Young Carers Action Day took place on the 12th March and this year, young carers are saying loud and clear: give us a break! Young carers give so much of their own time and energy to care for family members who need support. Without proper breaks, it can be...
by Candice Baratta | Mar 12, 2025 | Fundraising, General, Newsletter
Young Carers Action Day comes to Colchester’s Jungle Adventure with 60 Young Carers taking part in our BIG SLEEPOVER! #YoungCarersActionDay is an annual campaign organised by our network partner Carers Trust. It aims to highlight the challenges faced by the UK’s...
by Candice Baratta | Nov 1, 2024 | General, Newsletter
We’re bidding for a cash boost from the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme. Stronger Starts provides grant awards of up to £1,500 to local community projects, with a particular focus on children and young people. Three groups in every community have been shortlisted to...
