News & Updates from Suffolk Family Carers
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Do you balance work and your caring responsibilities? – Carers Allowance has increased
From today the earnings limit for Carer’s Allowance has increased from £151 to £196 per week. This means that, if you claim Carer’s Allowance, you can earn £45 more each

Launch of Caring Company Programme
Suffolk Family Carers is excited and proud to announce a new employer support programme in partnership with Suffolk Council County. The Caring Company Programme provides businesses the opportunity to celebrate

Empowering Family Carers with the NHS App
As a family carer, managing the health and well-being of the people you care for can be a challenging and time-consuming task. The NHS App is here to make your

Dear Adviser – I am worried about how I’m going to manage when my wife is discharged from hospital….
Dear Advisor – My wife is currently in hospital after having a fall, she has recently been diagnosed with dementia. I am worried about how I’m going to manage when

Halt Carer’s Allowance Overpayments
Together with Carers UK and 106 other organisations across the country, Suffolk Family Carers is calling for an immediate halt to Carer’s Allowance overpayments. Carer’s Allowance overpayment debts have surged

Onjali Q. Raúf Becomes Suffolk Family Carers’ New Patron
Celebrating a New Chapter in Support for Family Carers and Social Advocacy. We are thrilled to announce that the acclaimed author and social justice advocate, Onjali Q. Raúf, has agreed

More than half of young carers aren’t getting the breaks they need, alarming survey finds
Young carers take open top bus to Westminster on Young Carers Action Day to call on MPs and decision-makers for more support More than half of young carers can’t get

FREE Day Out at Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Suffolk Family Carers is pleased to be able to offer a FREE guest pass for Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm to its registered family carers. This pass allows entry for

Dear Adviser – Will I be contacted automatically about my Carers Assessment next year?
No. Suffolk County Council (SCC) has made a change to how you access your carers’ assessment review. Previously, you would receive a phone call/letter from Suffolk County Council to advise


