Welcome to Action for Carers
A relaxed online session to find out more about the support we offer - whether you are new to ACS or just feel you'd like a little refresher!
What do you think of the short break offer - respite - given to carers looking after an adult? Surrey County Council is consulting on its draft policy. Please share your views.
Share your views on respite
Do you know someone looking for a 2026 challenge, that might like to support unpaid carers? We have places for the Surrey Half Marathon this March. Take a look!
Join ACS Team Surrey Half
Caring is tough and carers need a break. Are you aware of Surrey County Council's Carer Wellbeing Break Payments? £300 to help you take a short break or enjoy a hobby or exercise.
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Flu season is well underway – Surrey carers can get a free NHS flu jab to protect themselves and the people they care for.
Find out how to book your jabHelp for Surrey carers
Action for Carers Surrey provides support, advice and information for unpaid carers across Surrey. Whether you’re an adult carer, a young carer, or a professional working with carers, you’ll find the help and support you need here. Simply click below to find the information which is right for you.
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FREE events for carers across Surrey and online
Time to talk: online session to talk about mental health
Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, especially when you’re supporting someone else. On Time to Talk Day, we’re coming together with carers across Surrey to create a space where you can open up, share experiences, and connect with others who understand.
Demonstrating Basic Moving and Handling Techniques: Woking
Join us for this session to help you move the person you care for effectively - keeping you safe (especially your back) as well as the person you care for.
Surrey Carers News and Events
Stay up to date with Action for Carers Surrey’s latest news, events, and support for unpaid carers in Surrey.
Nuffield Health team runs Surrey Half Marathon in support of unpaid carers
A team from Nuffield Health sites across Surrey is gearing up to take on the Surrey Half Marathon on 22 March, raising funds for us at Action for Carers to help support unpaid carers of all ages.
What do you think of respite care? Tell Surrey your views on its draft Adult Short Breaks Policy – consultation open
SCC is consulting on its short breaks policy for adult carers - considering what respite a carer should get when looking after an adult with the (eligible) support and care needs.
Surrey Hospitals Winter Pressures - speak with your ACS Hospital Adviser
Surrey Heartlands Trust have declared a 'critical incident' due to winter pressures - and other hospitals in similar situations. If you care for someone in a Surrey Hospital and it's likely the hospital wish to discharge them, please speak to us for advice and guidance as you go through this process.
Read Gracie's story - could you share yours?
Read about young carer Gracie's life, and the support she's received. could you share your story to help other carers?
Helping Surrey's unpaid carers aged 5-95
We offer Surrey's carers all sorts of free support. Our expert teams provide information and advice, run support groups and events and more.
26,515
unpaid adult carers, including 3,274 aged under 18 were supported by us in 2024. But we know there are many more carers in Surrey. Please register with us for support.
4,238
Our Helpline offered 4,238 hours of support in 2024, responding to unpaid carers, via phone, email and text, providing vital information and emotional support. We're here for you if you're an unpaid carer in Surrey.
800+
events held In person and online. Including 15 carer hubs, support groups, learning & training and wellbeing events. We've always got lots going on, please take a look at what's on offer...
Every carer has a story...
There are likely more than 120,000 unpaid carers living in Surrey. They come from all walks of life and range in age from 5 to 95.
Read Julie-Anne's story
Julie-Anne is 12 and helps care for her older sister who has epilepsy.
Read Hasu's story
Hasu gave up a highly successful, international business in order to care for his wife and son. He thinks it's really important to ask for support when you need it.
Read Sriya's story
Sriya looks after her elderly grandparents. She found it hard to manage all the extra responsibilities, but is doing well, and says that being a carer is very much part of who she is.
