News
Welcome to our news page. We’ll keep you up-to-date with what’s happening across the organisation and for carers in your area. Whether you are new to caring, or have been looking after someone else for some time, you’ll be able to find out about information, advice and support for you – and find someone else to talk to who understands your situation.
Important Update
Following the updated information and advice from the Government and health experts we have today taken the difficult decision to suspend our young carers groups for the time being. We will be working with the young carers and their families to offer support, online activities and someone to talk to during challenging times. We are now working from home but [...]
Summer Activities for Adult Carers
We are planning a series of Carers days/afternoons out during the spring and summer. It will offer the opportunity to get together with others and do something fun or different. It could be a walk, a fun activity, visiting a local place of interest but certain to involve tea and cake! We are at the planning stage at the moment [...]
Christmas Shopping? – help us raise money at the same time.
Please help support Norfolk Family Carers by shopping online. Use easyfundraising to shop with over 3,600 retailers including Amazon, Argos, John Lewis, ASOS, Booking.com, eBay, Boden, and M&S. Every time you shop, you’ll raise a free donation for Norfolk Family Carers every time, it’s that easy! Find out more: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/norfolkfamilycarers/
Young Carers, Googles and Spacehoppers!
Young carers from all 4 of our groups spent a hilarious and active afternoon at the UEA Sportspark due to the kind sponsorship and support of CarShop Norwich and UEA Sportspark. The first half of the event was based around schools sports days with giant egg and spoon race, skipping, space hoppers and lots of other favourites. Competition was stiff [...]
We Need You
Do you have a few hour to spare early on a Wednesday evening? We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to help out at our young carers group in the Marlpit area. If you are interested give us a call to find out more 01603 219924
Photography, Scuba Diving, First Aid……. Young Adult Carers
These are just a few examples of the type of course that our Young Adult Carers Personal Development Fund could make possible. Supported by Global's Make Some Noise we have funds available for Young Adult Carers to apply for a personal development course of their choice. The courses will help the young people gain new skills while enjoying a break [...]