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Carers Week 2023: ‘Because of Crossroads, I no longer feel alone.’

Carers Week 2023: ‘Because of Crossroads, I no longer feel alone.’

by Fiona Mitchell | Jun 7, 2023 | Our Stories

During Carers Week 2023, *Susan, 81, shares her experience of caring for her husband Tim*, also 81, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in July 2014. Although Tim’s physical health is fairly good — he is completely mobile — he has little interest in any activities and...
The Hidden Benefits of Volunteering

The Hidden Benefits of Volunteering

by Fiona Mitchell | May 8, 2023 | Friends of Crossroads Stories, Our Stories

‘Volunteering? I’d much rather be doing this than going on cruises!’ says Crossroads Care Trustee Margaret Dangoor who has dedicated her life to the needs of carers. Fiona Mitchell spoke to her to mark the Big Help Out – a community volunteering initiative being held...
Welcome to our New Ambassador – Actress Jacki Piper!

Welcome to our New Ambassador – Actress Jacki Piper!

by Fiona Mitchell | Apr 11, 2023 | Our Stories

Join us in giving a warm welcome to our new ambassador — actress Jacki Piper! ‘It is a privilege to be an ambassador for such a wonderful charity. I cannot praise highly enough the work that Crossroads Care does to support Carers. I was bowled over by the team, who...
Crossroads Care Launches a Brand-new 16+ Group for Young People with Special Needs and disabilities (SEND)

Crossroads Care Launches a Brand-new 16+ Group for Young People with Special Needs and disabilities (SEND)

by Fiona Mitchell | Apr 5, 2023 | Our Stories

Crossroads Care is delighted to be able to continue supporting young people with (SEND), many also Young Carers, now that its new 16+ Saturday Group is up and running. Fiona Mitchell went along to find out more… Crossroads Care set up its 16+ Group after...
Thanks to Everyone for Supporting the Crossroads Care Tough Mudder Team!

Thanks to Everyone for Supporting the Crossroads Care Tough Mudder Team!

by Fiona Mitchell | Apr 4, 2023 | Friends of Crossroads Stories, Our Stories

Our Tough Mudder Team have hit their target — and more! — raising money for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston upon Thames! Thank you for your most generous donations which have boosted our terrific trio — Care Manager Nicola and her friends Sally and Laetitia who...
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Flying high for Crossroads Care at Twickenham Stadium

On 16th October 2026, ten brave supporters will be soaring across the iconic Twickenham Stadium on a zip wire to raise vital funds and awareness for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston. Care Support Workers Olivia and Michelle, Trustee Geoff and his wife Helen,...
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A Career Built on Care and Compassion

Here, Crossroads Care's newly retired Chief Operating Officer, Rachel Tawadrous reflects on a lifetime of caring and explains why supporting unpaid carers is one of the most rewarding careers you can choose. Rachel joined Crossroads Care in 1991 as a Care Support...
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Repairing Lives

Hampton Hill resident Colin cares for his wife, Marianne, who is living with young onset dementia. Here, he describes the support that Crossroads Care has given them both and how he has brought his passion for repairing things to one of their community groups. ‘My...
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The Power of Volunteering for Crossroads Care

During Volunteers Week, one of the people who helps to make our Carers Café such a special place to be, volunteer Clare Henderson Roe, tells us why she gives up her time each week to help Crossroads Care What made you start volunteering for Crossroads Care? For many...
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Crossroads Care, A Lifeline for Carers

To coincide with Carers Week, Jane shares her experience of caring for her daughter who has a rare chromosomal disorder —and how Crossroads Care supports them both. ‘Few people really understand the isolation, tiredness and stress of being a carer. I look after my...
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Finding Support in Caring: John’s Story

To mark Carers Week in June, John reflects on caring for his wife and how Crossroads Care became an important source of support when they moved to a new community. ‘I am a full-time carer for my wife, Monica. We’ve been married for 44 years, and for most of that time...
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Team Crossroads Takes on the Turks Head 10K for Unpaid Carers

On Sunday 7th June, ten amazing individuals will take on the Turks Head 10K in Twickenham — running to raise funds for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston. With just a few weeks to go, training is well underway, and spirits are high. Among Team Crossroads is our...
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Sisters Running the London Marathon for Crossroads!

Sisters Joanna and Ella Tilley share why they’re taking on the London Marathon this April — honouring their late father while raising vital funds for Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston. On 26th April 2026, Joanna and Ella Tilley will take on the 26.2 miles of the...
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Caring: The Toughest Challenge of My Life

To mark International Women’s Day, Caitlin Limmer, Crossroads Care Ambassador and director of the Turks Head 10 Fun Run, shares her experience of caring for her husband who is living with Alzheimer’s ‘I’ve run 19 marathons, cycled and swum through many gruelling...
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Alice’s Mega Marathon Mission!

Our very own Alice Bailey, Crossroads Caring Café Lead, will be taking on an incredible challenge by running the Manchester Marathon on 19th April.   As if that wasn’t enough, she’ll also be completing two half marathons in the lead-up — the first of which is the...
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