Carers First

Carers First Carers First supports people from the age of 5 to 105 who provide unpaid care for a relative, friend or neighbour who cannot manage without this help

Volunteers Week is all about thanking people like Aaliyah, who offer their time and kindness to make an impact to the li...
06/06/2026

Volunteers Week is all about thanking people like Aaliyah, who offer their time and kindness to make an impact to the lives of carers 💜

Aaliyah is one of our counselling volunteers, helping carers to talk through their feelings and experiences, and being there for them in times of stress. Hear what volunteering means to her:

"I chose to volunteer as a counselling volunteer with Carers First because I understand how important it is for carers to feel supported, listened to, and not alone in what can often be a challenging role. Carers give so much of themselves to others, and I wanted to be a part of something that helps give back.

My experience of volunteering has been incredibly rewarding so far. One of the best things has been becoming part of such a supportive and understanding community. At Carers First, everyone is welcoming, compassionate, and genuinely committed to helping. It’s reassuring to be surrounded by people who truly understand the challenges carers can face and who are always willing to offer support."

Thank you, Aaliyah. We appreciate all that you do for carers! 💜

Find out more about volunteering with us https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vwQfc0

05/06/2026

Volunteering is an extraordinary role, and we are so thankful to have such a strong team of volunteers willing to support carers in any way they can. Claire, one of our volunteers in Southend-on-Sea, takes us through a day in the life as a volunteer, although no two days ever look the same!

Because of people like you Claire, our community is a stronger and better place 💜 Thank you to all of our volunteers!

Feel inspired to become a volunteer? Visit our website to learn more https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vvjjh0

If you're caring for someone with a mental health condition, you might have questions about how to navigate it all. Our ...
04/06/2026

If you're caring for someone with a mental health condition, you might have questions about how to navigate it all. Our introduction to caring for someone with a mental health condition covers everything you might be wondering.

Read the article on our website https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vJhHH0

If you've been thinking about becoming a volunteer, here's that nudge of encouragement you need to get started 💜One of o...
04/06/2026

If you've been thinking about becoming a volunteer, here's that nudge of encouragement you need to get started 💜

One of our volunteers, Aaliyah, shared how the sense of connection, belonging and purpose that volunteering can give you is reason enough for anyone to give it a go!

Our volunteers receive full training, ongoing guidance and check-ins, and opportunities to grow their skills and confidence. Find out more about what volunteering with Carers First can offer you this Volunteers' Week https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vJbGg0

04/06/2026

This Volunteers' Week is all about celebrating and thanking our amazing volunteers who go above and beyond to help us to support carers! 🌠

So many of our volunteers are carers themselves, or have had experience being in a caring role, so they truly understand and are compassionate to each individual they support.

Our CIC at Carers First, Jenny, would like to say a big thank you this Volunteers' Week!

If you want to feel like a valued member of the volunteer team at Carers First, visit our website today https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vGHsR0

03/06/2026

🌟 Have you been wanting to get into volunteering but don't know where to start? Sam, Volunteer Manager at Carers First, shares how easy it is to get involved!

Make a difference to carers by volunteering, find out more about the roles we have available this Volunteers Week https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vGz6t0

03/06/2026

"Just do it. It's worthwhile for yourself and for other people." This Volunteers Week, Andrew shares why volunteering is the most rewarding thing you can do, and how it could be right for you 👇

Andrew volunteers as a Qi Gong coach with carers in Croydon, and he loves getting to see the people he teaches feel accomplished after a session. Thank you for all that you do, Andrew!

🌟 Do you want to become a volunteer? Find out more about the volunteer roles you could be getting involved in this Volunteers Week! https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vFgHF0

💜 Volunteering doesn’t just make a difference to carers, it can have a lasting, positive impact on the volunteers themse...
02/06/2026

💜 Volunteering doesn’t just make a difference to carers, it can have a lasting, positive impact on the volunteers themselves.

Many volunteers tell us that through volunteering they have, "gained confidence and a sense of purpose", "learned new skills or rediscovered old ones", "built meaningful connections", and "improved their own wellbeing."

Volunteering is a chance to be part of something positive, supporting carers while growing personally along the way.

If you’d like to explore volunteering with us this Volunteers' Week, we’d love to hear from you. Our team is always happy to have a friendly conversation about what might suit you. Visit our website to find the volunteer role for you https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vJ5mx0

02/06/2026

"Your support can change someone's life."

Hear from Rachel Sprunt, Counselling Coordinator at Carers First, as she shares how vital the work that volunteers do is, and how you can get involved in becoming one.

Volunteers at Carers First provide a safe space for those navigating caring for someone. Their generous acts of compassion and kindness help to improve the lives of carers in so many ways 💜

Learn more about volunteering on our website https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vJ8_X0

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