News for you

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

ACS Volunteer at PRIDE surrey with rainbows all around

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!

Adult carers
Francis who is walking Camino De Santiago in aid of ACS pictured in his ACS blue Tshirt before the challenge

"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.

Adult carers
children walk alone to school

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

Professionals

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.

Adult carers
person with head in hands at computer

Watch out for these key scams

Sadly scams are becoming more common and unpaid carers being pressed for time and often stressed can be particularly at risk. See a round up of some of the main current scams to look out for.

Adult carers
London-houses-parliament

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
Your runner Ollie finishing mini marathon April 2025 to support unpaid carers in Surrey

Ollie runs mini marathon

Big thanks to young runner Ollie who ran the mini marathon to support Surrey carers

Supporters
Autism Bus at Action for Carers

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.

Adult carers
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