Moving and Handling: Looking after yourself and your back Caterham
It's important to take care of your back as a carer. Join our Moving and Handling experts for tips on looking after your back, and yourself.
Eligibility for the COVID vaccine has changed. Unpaid carers are no longer eligible for a free COVID vaccine, however flu jabs are still available to carers.
COVID vaccine eligibility
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 here – Surrey carers can get a free NHS flu jab to protect themselves and the people they care for
Find out how to book your jab
Do you know someone looking for a challenge, that might like to support unpaid carers? We have places for the Surrey Half Marathon in March 2026. Take a look!
Join ACS Team Surrey Half
Do you know your rights? Please join one of our many events this November, marking Carers' Rights Day - find out what your rights are, how to access them, and what to do if you feel they're not being met.
Carers’ Rights Day 2025Help for Surrey carers
We provide help for carers across Surrey. Young carers, adult carers, professionals who work with carers, simply click below to find the information which is right for you.
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FREE events for carers across Surrey and online
Halloween/Autumn Crafts in Camberley
Join us in Camberley for a fun Halloween & autumn craft session – friendly chat and seasonal creations. No need to book, just drop in!
Carers Rights: Carers Assessments and new Respite Break Offer
Carers Assessments are important. Join our free session to find out how to make the most of yours, and find out more about your rights.
Latest News
What's happening at Action for Carers and the wider caring world...
COVID Vaccine Eligibility Update
Eligibility for the COVID vaccine has changed. Free NHS COVID jabs are now only available to people aged 75 and over, those with weakened immune systems, and residents of older adult care homes. Unpaid carers are no longer eligible for a free COVID vaccine.
Watch out for Winter Fuel Payment Text Scams
Many people are currently receiving text messages PRETENDING to be from the Government or HMRC, telling you it's time to apply for your Winter Fuel Payment. These are scams.
Free flu jabs for Surrey carers
Unpaid carers are entitled to a free flu jab. As flu season approaches, find out how to access your free vaccination.
ACS events marking Carers Rights Day 2025
Marking the national Carers' Rights Day, we're running a number of events to help you know, understand, and access your rights.
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 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 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.
