NEW GRANT FUND FOR UNPAID CARERS
Published: 01 January 2024
NEW GRANT FUND FOR UNPAID CARERS
A new grant programme has launched in Essex that will see £1.75million allocated to support
unpaid carers of all ages, through local projects.
There are an estimated 124,000 unpaid carers in Essex, but we estimate this number is far greater.
Unpaid carers play a vital role in helping family and friends live independently. It also means those
they care for can remain in their own homes and communities. The Carers Community Fund, funded by the Councils’ Better Care Fund Allocation, aims to build localised community-based support for these carers. The £1.75million fund will be split for allocation across North-East, Mid, West, South-West and South-East Essex.
Eligible groups and organisations will be able to apply for a grant between £1,000 and £30,000.
Applications open 28 November and close 30 January 2024.
To apply and for more information visit www.essex.gov.uk and search ‘Carers Community Fund’