King Charles' message of support to carers
King Charles and Queen Camilla held an event celebrating carers at Windsor Castle, attended by carers, politicians and carer organisations, including ourselves.
News for you
A round up of the local - and national - news affecting carers
Government to cover 90% of council's SEND deficits
The Government has announced that it will cover 90% of local council's accumulated SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) deficits, which will release pressure their budgets
Sort Your Life Out - looking for help?
TV's Sort Your Life Out team are looking for new families to help - especially carer households
Dementia Carers in Crisis
https://dementiacarers.org.uk/news/too-many-dementia-carers-are-reaching-crisis/
YCAD Professionals' Seminar: Fair Futures for Young Carers
Marking Young Carers Action Day 2026, Wednesday 11th March, Action for Carers, alongside partners is holding a free online seminar to improve the support of the county's 15,000+ young carers, ensuring they face a fair future.
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?
Vicky takes on the Surrey Half to support other carers
Good luck to carer Vicky who is taking on the Surrey Half Marathon this March to raise funds for Action for Carers, recognising the support she and her son have received. Thank you Vicky!
A year of creativity for young carers with UCA
Huge thanks to the University of the Creative Arts and HEON multiple creative events for our young carers over the past year - allowing them a chance to learn, grow and be inspired for their futures!
Carers challenges in finding financial help
Carers UK have published a new report that looks at how poorly informed carers are about the financial help that's available - despite their growing need for support and the cost of living crisis.