Carers Voices: Supporting Unpaid Carers Across Essex โ€“ 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, weโ€™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
    ๐Ÿ“… Thursday, 3rd July | ๐Ÿ•˜ 9amโ€“4pm
    ๐Ÿ“ The Lounge, Esplanade Hall, Harwich CO12 3ES

  • Basildon Hospital Atrium
    ๐Ÿ“… Monday, 7th July | ๐Ÿ•™ 10amโ€“2pm

  • Broomfield Hospital Atrium
    ๐Ÿ“… Monday, 14th July | ๐Ÿ•™ 10amโ€“2pm

  • Colchester Carnival
    ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, 19th July | ๐Ÿ•˜ 9amโ€“5pm

  • Billericay Town FC Fellaโ€™s Fair
    ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, 19th July | ๐Ÿ•š 11amโ€“5:30pm
    ๐Ÿ“ New Lodge, CM12 9SA | Free entry before 1pm

  • Colchester Hospital Atrium
    ๐Ÿ“… Thursday, 24th July | ๐Ÿ•™ 10amโ€“2pm

  • Warley Family Fun Day
    ๐Ÿ“… Friday, 1st July | ๐Ÿ•˜ 9amโ€“5pm
    ๐Ÿ“ Warley Playing Fields, CM13 3AZ

  • Harlow Care Weekender
    ๐Ÿ“… Sunday, 3rd August | ๐Ÿ•› 12pmโ€“5pm
    ๐Ÿ“ 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.

Weโ€™re currently running a live survey to gather insights.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Take the survey here

Your feedback helps shape better services and support.

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