Carers Voices: Supporting Unpaid Carers Across Essex – June 2025 Update

Posted on: July 1, 2025

The Carers Voices team continues to expand its reach across Essex, listening to unpaid carers and offering a vital platform for their experiences to be heard and valued. From supporting carers with employment struggles to offering training and social opportunities, we’re building a stronger, more connected network for carers across the county.


Upcoming Carers Voices Events

Come and meet us in person at one of our summer engagement events:

  • Healthier Habits Hub
    πŸ“… Thursday, 3rd July | πŸ•˜ 9am–4pm
    πŸ“ The Lounge, Esplanade Hall, Harwich CO12 3ES

  • Basildon Hospital Atrium
    πŸ“… Monday, 7th July | πŸ•™ 10am–2pm

  • Broomfield Hospital Atrium
    πŸ“… Monday, 14th July | πŸ•™ 10am–2pm

  • Colchester Carnival
    πŸ“… Saturday, 19th July | πŸ•˜ 9am–5pm

  • Billericay Town FC Fella’s Fair
    πŸ“… Saturday, 19th July | πŸ•š 11am–5:30pm
    πŸ“ New Lodge, CM12 9SA | Free entry before 1pm

  • Colchester Hospital Atrium
    πŸ“… Thursday, 24th July | πŸ•™ 10am–2pm

  • Warley Family Fun Day
    πŸ“… Friday, 1st July | πŸ•˜ 9am–5pm
    πŸ“ Warley Playing Fields, CM13 3AZ

  • Harlow Care Weekender
    πŸ“… Sunday, 3rd August | πŸ•› 12pm–5pm
    πŸ“ Playhouse Square, Harlow


Share Your Experience: Carers and Employment

Balancing work and caring responsibilities is one of the biggest challenges faced by unpaid carers. Many experience real barriers in the workplace.

We’re currently running a live survey to gather insights.
πŸ‘‰ Take the survey here

Your feedback helps shape better services and support.

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