Dementia support session
Are you supporting someone with dementia? Join us to talk to a Dementia Navigator from the Alzheimer's Society and find out some helpful strategies.
We're delighted to announce the publication of our newest booklet Relaxation for Carers – to help you relax, destress and unwind...
Relaxation for CarersNeed support?
We have support available for all Surrey's carers. Young carers, adult carers, professionals who work with carers, simply click below to find the information which is right for you.
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FREE wellbeing and information events, both face-to-face and online
A visit to Hampton Court
Join us at Hampton Court to explore the historic palace for FREE and enjoy a relaxing wander around the beautiful gardens.
Moving and Handling: Looking after yourself and your back Woking
It's important to take care of your back as a carer. Join our Moving and Handling experts for tips on looking after your back, keeping it strong and supple.
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What's happening at Action for Carers and the wider caring world...
An update on Surrey's Carer Replacement Breaks Service Review
A note from the two sponsors of the ongoing review into Surrey's Carer Replacement Breaks service about how the review has gone so far, current status and next steps.
Action for Carers launches new booklet to help carers relax and destress
Our new booklet is designed to help you relax and improve your wellbeing through a series of simple breathing and mindfulness exercises that can be done in a short amount of time.
International Film Crew filming with Surrey's young carers
We've recently taken part in an exciting new documentary being filmed by Japanese Director Mari Yamamoto, which looks at how support for young carers has developed over the decades in the UK.
Carers UK launch State of Caring 2024 Survey
Carers UK launched its State of Caring 2024 survey this week, and we need your help to get as many carers to complete the survey as possible to ensure their voices are heard by the next government, whoever that may be.
Helping Surrey's unpaid carers aged 5-95
We offer Surrey's carers all sorts of free support. Our expert teams provide information and advice, run support groups and events and more.
21,250
unpaid adult carers, plus another 2000+ aged 5-17, were supported by us in 2022. But we know there are many more carers in Surrey. Please register with us for support.
4,088
phone calls were made in 2022 by our friendly and expert Helpline staff to carers in need. We're here for you if you're an unpaid carer in Surrey.
4,778
adult carers attended one of our 871 events in 2022, either face-to-face or on line. We've always got lots going on, please take a look at what's on offer over the next few weeks!
Every carer has a story...
There are more than 115,000 carers living in Surrey. They come from all walks of life and range in age from 5 to 95.
Read Julie-Anne's story
Julie-Anne is 12 and helps care for her older sister who has epilepsy.
Read Hasu's story
Hasu gave up a highly successful, international business in order to care for his wife and son. He thinks it's really important to ask for support when you need it.
Read Sriya's story
Sriya looks after her elderly grandparents. She found it hard to manage all the extra responsibilities, but is doing well, and says that being a carer is very much part of who she is.
