News & Events

As part of the CARES (Carers Access to Respite and Extending Support) Project we are gaining Carer views on respite over June and July.

Sharlene and Rachael Go Silent for Sutton's Carers, giving up their voices for those who feel unheard. Find out how to sponsor this Carers Week event.

As you may be aware, the Timms Review, led by Sir Stephen Timms, has been launched to evaluate the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment system. The review follows from the government dropping proposals last year, to change the criteria for PIP to make it harder to qualify. The review is inviting evidence from the public between 19 March and 28 May 2026. Anyone with lived or learned experience of PIP - including disabled people, Carers, clinicians, and elected repre

Three new NHS Outpatients Survey are out - to help the NHS review how outpatient care works so that people can be seen in the right place, at the right time, with the right support.

A new NHS ADHD Survey is out - help the NHS understand people’s experiences and what support matters most as the NHS reviews and improves ADHD services in South West London.

We are kicking off the New year with a new look and feel. Our Carers News is emailed each month and now summarises the latest news and activities for you in a clear format, so you can breeze through and click to find out more about anything you are interested in. Well, that's what we think anyway but we are also starting the year with a monthly feedback form linked throughout - again quick and concise, but a great way to gain your thoughts and interest. Read your Carers New

Carers and staff attended Parliament to talk to MPs about energy poverty.

We are inviting Carers to participate in a joint Citizens Advice Sutton & Sutton Carers Centre Policy Forum.

Carers Rights day at SCC. Find out about your rights including Carers Aseessments.

Look out for the 2025-2026 Survey of Adult Carers. Want to know more? Read more here and let us know if you need help!

Become a Carer Rep to help review Carer Strategy progress and contribute to any new programmes. Read more and join the conversation now!

Do you know your rights around requesting flexible working as a Carer for example?

This week we hosted a workshop talking about energy usage and cost, especially in relation to being a Carer.

Did you attend the review sessions with LB Sutton Commissioner, Elena Golcic in July? Whether you made it or not, if you are interested...

Deadline extended to have your say on Sutton crisis cafe services. Click here for more...

Struggling with energy bills? Join workshop to share your views and contribute to Carers Trust research! Sign up now!

Have you used or considered using a local crisis café? Complete survey by August 31st!

We’re proud to stand with Carers Trust and unpaid Carers across the UK to demand real change: Proper breaks, not broken promises. Read more and sign the petition now!

This survey is for parents/Carers of all children and young people with SEND or suspected SEND so that you can feedback your level of...

Involvement opportunity advert: Lived experience community member- shaping the future of accessible travel. Find out more and apply by July 31st.