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!
News for you
A round up of the local - and national - news affecting carers
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.
Carer's Allowance Review - Government admits failings and promises change
The Independent review of failings in how carers were penalised for minor, unwitting, overpayments in their Carer's Allowance, and the DWP's own guidance,, has highlighted serious systematic failures within the Department of Work and Pensions. The Government has acknowledge the issues and promises change.
Joint letter to the Chancellor demanding action on Carer's Allowance
Action for Carers joins 50 carer organisations and Carer's UK to demand change to Carer's Allowance in advance of UK budget
SCC's new care costs indicator tool
Surrey County Council has launched a new tool to show likely care costs over time, for carers and families to help them plan for the future
Thank you Windlesham Golf Club
An enormous thank you to the kind members of Windlesham Golf Club for their fundraising activities over the past year, in support of Surrey's young carers. They've raised an amazing £18,400
Closure of ACS Benefits Service
Regretfully, as designated funding has ended, we have closed our specialist Benefits Advice Service for carers.
Caring’s devastating impact on carers' finances – and loss of shocking £47 billion to the economy
Two new reports show the impact caring has financially. Carers UK's State of Caring shows how individuals' households are suffering, and Carers Trust report on the huge amount lost to the UK economy.
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.