Closure of ACS Benefits Service
Regretfully, as designated funding has ended, we have closed our specialist Benefits Advice Service for carers.
News for you
A round up of the local - and national - news affecting 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.
Carers Rights Day 2025 - free events for unpaid carers in Surrey
Marking the national Carers' Rights Day, we're running a number of free events to help you know, understand, and access your rights as a carer.
ACS has a new phone system
We're now managing phone calls to and from Action for Carers slightly differently, as we move to a more efficient system.
Carer Wellbeing Break Payments
Surrey have updated guidance on their Carer Wellbeing Break Payments - a one off payment of £300 to help you take a break.
Come and say hello at PRIDE!
If you are attending September's PRIDE event on Saturday 6th, please come and say hello to us at the ACS stand - and pick up some goodies too!
"Camino de Santiago for my Carol"
This September, Francis Gordon-Alleyne will walk 117km of the Camino de Santiago in memory of his wife Carol. His goal is to raise funds and awareness for Action for Carers Surrey and Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, two charities that supported him during one of the most difficult times in his life.
Expanded offer to Surrey Schools
We've recently expanded our offer of free training and events to Surrey schools to assist in the identification and support of young carers
ACS Household Support Fund: NOW CLOSED
If you're an unpaid carer struggling to pay your household bills or core costs, you can apply for a grant of up to £300 from the Household Fund. Please get in touch today. APOLOGIES THIS FUND IS NOW CLOSED.