Jeremy Hunt MP meets Action for Carers CEO
Our Chief Executive met with Jeremy Hunt last week to discuss the Health and Social Care Bill, as well as issues for carers in Surrey
News for you
A round up of the local - and national - news affecting carers
Young Carers Action Day – taking action on isolation
There's lots happening for this year's Young Carers Action Day, taking place 16th March. To kick things off, could you put up one of the new posters in YOUR school?
Identifying young carers early
A new survey from Young Carers National Voice, Barnardos and Caring Together wants to find out more about when young carers identified as young carers, and what support they got.
Carers at breaking point feel ignored by Government
Research published by Carers Trust shows just how much at breaking point many of the UK's carers, under huge pressure, emotionally, practically and financially, with recommendations for change.
Hospital Discharge Research Results
An update on the results of your responses to our Hospital Discharge research, produced in partnership with HealthWatch Surrey. The findings show lots of challenges, but the recommendations are now with the NHS in Surrey and changes are being made.
Young carers survey - for Young Carers Action Day
In advance of Young Carers' Action Day, Carers Trust have a new survey to find out about the pressures and challenges facing young carers aged up to 25, including how they continue to be affected by coronavirus, and what support they need.
Energy bills advice and information
Many carers are struggling with energy bills this winter. A booklet from CAB and the Energy Saving Trust provides some really useful information outlinings all the ways you can better manage your bills and save money.
Brave Jule takes on 100 Hats Outdoor Swim Challenge
Our brave supporter Jule is taking on an amazing challenge. She's tasked herself with doing 100 outdoor swims, each time in a different hat, in a very unusual, but fantastic fundraising challenge.
Self-funders of care - where to find support and information
Surrey County Council are reminding self-funders, who may for much or all of their own care, of the various sources of help and information available.
‘Managing Emotions’ Programme - new NHS carer support course
Surrey and Borders NHS have a new 4-week, online course, to help any Surrey carer who’s looking after an adult who finds it hard to manage their emotions – the ‘Managing Emotions’ Programme.
Direct Payments Survey
SCC and partners want to hear YOUR views about Direct Payments to understand how Direct Payments are working, and how they can work better.
Feel well, stay welll
A new guide from Surrey County Council is full of tips and advice on keeping yourself well this winter