Essex Carers Support

17/06/2026

Are you a carer… even if you don’t think of yourself as one?

Do you help a family member, friend or neighbour with everyday things like shopping, appointments, emotional support or personal care?

You might just think you’re “doing what anyone would do”… but that is a caring role… and you deserve support too!

Many people don’t recognise themselves as carers, which means they can miss out on help that could make a real difference to their wellbeing.

At Essex Carers Support, we’re here for you, you don’t have to do this alone.

Take the first step today and get in touch: https://www.essexcarerssupport.org.uk/contact

If this sounds like you or someone you know please reach out or share this post.

15/06/2026

What would you do with some time for you?

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15/06/2026

We were really moved by the recent post from our friends at Community Voluntary Services Tendring, highlighting how loneliness can affect anyone and how important connection and community truly are.

For carers, this can be a real issue. Supporting someone else often means putting your own needs to one side, and that can lead to feeling isolated.

Having the right support and opportunities to connect with others can make a real difference.

If you’re a carer and this resonates with you, you’re not alone. We’re here to help. https://www.essexcarerssupport.org.uk/contact

15/06/2026

Are you taking care of you?

If you spend your time looking after someone else, a partner, family member or friend it’s easy to put your own needs to the bottom of the list.

But your wellbeing matters too. Taking time to rest, talk, recharge or ask for help isn’t selfish... it’s essential.

You don’t have to do everything on your own. Essex Carers Support is here to listen, guide and support you whatever your situation.

Take a moment for yourself today and find out what support is available:

https://www.essexcarerssupport.org.uk/contact

If you know someone who spends their time caring for others, share this post and remind them they deserve support too.

13/06/2026

Carer friendly communities can exist anywhere carers live, work, study or spend time. Even small changes can make a big difference to carers’ daily lives. This Carers Week, Essex Carers Support will be highlighting the different ways services, organisations and communities can help carers feel recognised and supported.

Community groups, sports clubs and faith organisations can all help carers feel more connected. A warm welcome, inclusive activities and an understanding of carers’ needs can reduce isolation and build stronger local networks. Together, we can create communities where carers feel seen and supported. Essex Carers Support run a number of carer support groups locally – why not see if there’s one near you? https://www.essexcarerssupport.org.uk/self-care-for-carers-support-groups

12/06/2026

Carer friendly communities can exist anywhere carers live, work, study or spend time. Even small changes can make a big difference to carers’ daily lives. This Carers Week, Essex Carers Support will be highlighting the different ways services, organisations and communities can help carers feel recognised and supported.

Simple changes in everyday services can make life easier for carers. Flexible appointments, priority access and a better understanding of caring responsibilities can reduce stress and save valuable time.
Creating carer friendly communities is something every service can be part of. For more information about how your business can get involved take a look at the Carers Week website here: https://www.carersweek.org/building-carer-friendly-communities/business-and-services/

11/06/2026

Carer friendly communities can exist anywhere carers live, work, study or spend time. Even small changes can make a big difference to carers’ daily lives. This Carers Week, Essex Carers Support will be highlighting the different ways services, organisations and communities can help carers feel recognised and supported.

We believe that, with the right support, all Young Carers should have the same opportunities in life as other children, whether in education, training and employment or socially. Schools, colleges and universities can help young and young adult carers thrive by spotting when support is needed and putting the right help in place.

Our partners at Action For Family Carers can provide practical support such as talking to schools so teachers can better understand young carers situation in West Essex (Harlow, Uttlesford, Epping districts), Northeast Essex (Colchester or Tendring districts) or Mid Essex (Braintree, Maldon, Chelmsford districts). https://affc.org.uk/services/young-carers/young-carer-school-service/

11/06/2026

We are grateful to St Osyth Priory and Parish Trust for hosting a group of local carers to enjoy a moment of rest and reflection in such a beautiful setting.

This years theme for Carers Week was ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’ Highlighting how public services, businesses and charities can help ensure carers receive the understanding, recognition and practical support they need to maintain their own health alongside their caring role.

10/06/2026

Carer friendly communities can exist anywhere carers live, work, study or spend time. Even small changes can make a big difference to carers’ daily lives. This , Essex Carers Support will be highlighting the different ways services, organisations and communities can help carers feel recognised and supported.

Many carers balance paid work with caring responsibilities. Flexible working, understanding managers and supportive colleagues can all help carers stay in work and feel less alone. Essex Carers Support has resources for workplaces and practical support for carers across North Essex. If you are an employer why not take a look here: https://www.essexcarerssupport.org.uk/employers

09/06/2026

James Clarke from our partner organisation Action For Family Carers was on the radio…

Join Ben for stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and music.