Fundraising runners ready for Cambridge Half Marathon
Runners raising funds for Caring Together Charity will be putting their best foot forward at this weekend’s TTP Cambridge Half Marathon.
Charity hosts Christmas parties for those who miss out
Many elderly people across Cambridgeshire will miss out on the celebrations most of us enjoy at Christmas. If you are looking after a spouse or partner who has a serious illness or disability like dementia, Parkinson's disease or cancer Christmas can be just another day of caring.
Local charity provides way to share precious Christmas memories
As Christmas approaches, a local charity has provided a special way for people to remember a loved one and honour those they will be missing this Christmas.
Charity seeking new volunteer Chair of Trustees
Do you have a passion for supporting local families affected by disability and long-term illness? Caring Together Charity is seeking a new voluntary Chair of Trustees – an outstanding opportunity to lead the governance of a highly-respected charity in the region.
Caring Together Charity - Watch our new little film
Watch to see how buying your company or personal Christmas cards from Caring Together Charity this year will help local families including children who are caring for a family member.
One Year On: The Impact of the Carer’s Leave Act 2023
This month marks the first anniversary of the Carer’s Leave Act 2023 coming into effect – a landmark piece of legislation that has transformed the lives of countless unpaid carers across the UK.
Have you heard the latest about Carer’s Allowance?
From April 2025, working carers will be able to earn £196 per week without losing their Carer’s Allowance eligibility, marking a 30% increase from the previous limit of £151.
Recognising the signs of abuse
Being an unpaid carer for a family member or friend with a disability or long-term illness can come with hidden challenges that often aren’t talked about.
Young Carers Action Day – Education Summit 2025
On 12 March 2025, the Young Carers in Education Summit brought together educators, charities and most importantly, young carers from across the region for a day of sharing, learning, and empowerment.
The benefits of having a Will: A loving gift for your family’s future
It’s not easy to think about the end of our journey. We all hope for long, fulfilling lives, but taking the time to plan ahead can be one of the kindest things we do, not just for ourselves, but for those we love.
Caring Kerry braves cancer head shave in aid of local charity
Littleport resident and Homecare Professional, Kerry Giles-Brown is having her head shaved to raise money for local charity, Caring Together, before she starts chemotherapy herself.
Have you heard about Carers Leave?
From 6 April 2024 all unpaid carers are entitled to up to a week's unpaid leave per year to look after someone with a disability or long-term illness. But don't panic! We are here to help :-)