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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
by Fiona Mitchell | Apr 3, 2023 | Our Stories
Crossroads Care, the charity which gives unpaid Carers a break, has been chosen by Tesco to be part of its Community Grants Scheme. And we need your help to vote for our charity at 13 local stores to secure the grant! ‘Supporting Carers to take a vital break from...
