Young carers experiencing extreme stress and loneliness
A new survey from Carers Trust shows young carers are experiencing extreme levels of stress and loneliness. Survey launched to highlight the issue, marking Young Carers Action Day 2022
News for you
A round up of the local - and national - news affecting carers
Young Carers National Voice request help from health and social care for YCAD22
National body, Young Carers National Voice, which some of our young carers are part of, has some tips and advice for people working in health and social care to better support young carers.
Nandos Guildford support young adult carers as part of Young Carers Action Day 2022
Celebrating Young Carers Action Day 2022, Nandos are inviting young adult carers to learn more about careers with them, as well ask asking young carers to help Nandos be carer-friendly employers. Plus free lunch!
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
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.
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.