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A round up of the local - and national - news affecting carers

Heatwave advice for Surrey Carers

Advice for Carers During Hot Weather

With the current Heatwave continuing in Surrey, it’s important to take precautions—especially if you or someone you care for is older, very young, venerable, or has a long-term health condition.

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Changes to PIP threaten Carer's Allowance

The Government's Welfare Reform Bill will affect access to Carers' Allowance for many thousands of Surrey's carers. Please add your name to the campaign against these changes.

Adult carers

Join us at the 2026 Surrey Half Marathon

Ready to take on a new challenge and make a difference? Action for Carers invites you to run with us at the Surrey Half Marathon in March 2026. Places available - register your interest today!

Adult carers
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Autism Bus Experience for Surrey Carers

Over 40 Surrey carers joined us for an Autism Acceptance event aboard the Autism Bus, offering insight into the sensory world of autistic people. The day included reflection, support, and a vibrant marketplace of services—highlighting the wide-ranging support available for Surrey carers.

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Call to halt Carer's Allowance overpayments

Together with Carers UK and 106 other organisations across the country, Action for Carers Surrey is calling for an immediate halt to Carer’s Allowance overpayments, which have had a devastating effect on thousands of unpaid carers, including many in Surrey.

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Dementia training for Surrey's unpaid carers

Surrey County Council is running free learning sessions for carers of people with dementia at community and day care settings across Surrey, supporting you to provide the best possible care at home.

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