Christmas Song For Young Carers
Sir Ed Davey and the Bath Philharmonia’s Young Carers Choir have collaborated to create Love is Enough, a moving Christmas song written by young carers.
News & Articles
Stay updated with news from Crossroads, learn more about our services, and find practical information for carers.
Celebrating Our Staff’s Long Service Dedication
We proudly celebrate the dedication of our team members who have reached 10 and 20 years of service at Crossroads Care Kent. Their commitment is invaluable to our mission.
Congratulations to Our Volunteer Jackie Masters
We are proud to celebrate our volunteer, Jackie Masters, who was recognised as the runner-up in the prestigious Barry Clout Award for her dedication and impact.
Early Detection Matters: Free Lung Health Checks in Kent
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding lung cancer and learning about free local lung health checks in Kent
A great shot by Dale Hill Golf Club Captains for Kent's Carers!
Dale Hill Golf Club Captains raised £2,900 for Crossroads Care Kent to support respite care for unpaid carers.
22/10/2024
A New Counselling Space in Broadstairs
We’re pleased to partner with Chartwell House Care Home in Broadstairs, who have kindly provided a safe counselling room for our sessions in Thanet.
Supporting Dartford Carers: A Vital Energy Grant Initiative
We are excited to announce our partnership with Dartford Borough Council to offer a one-off energy grant to support carers.
28/08/2024
Our counselling team is growing!
We are growing our counselling team and our capacity with new members to better serve carers.
Empowering Unpaid Carers
In the heart of Kent, there exists a silent yet significant group of individuals whose dedication and sacrifice often go unnoticed—the unpaid carers.
Crossroads Care Kent: Empowering Unpaid Carers in Kent
In today's society, unpaid carers often find themselves juggling the responsibility of caring for their loved ones while trying to maintain some semblance of their own lives. It's a challenging balance, but one that Crossroads Care Kent is dedicated to supporting. Our mission is clear: to provide quality care services that enable unpaid carers in Kent to lead fulfilling lives beyond their caregiving duties.
Carers Breaks need to be free
Caring for a loved one is demanding and often round-the-clock, exacerbated by rising living costs. Carers desperately need breaks to maintain their health and well-being. At Crossroads Care Kent, we advocate for free, easily accessible breaks, ensuring carers receive the support they deserve.
17/06/2024
Donations, saying thank you and keeping in touch...
We want to say a BIG thank you to everyone who has continued to support us and make donations to us, particularly over the last few years.
16/07/2024
Carers Need To Get To Their Doctors' Appointments Too!
Carers need to attend their own doctors' appointments as well. Their health is crucial to their ability to provide care effectively. However, finding time for these appointments can be challenging, especially when there's no one to take over their caregiving duties.
16/07/2024
Impact Report 2022 published
We have just published our 2022 Impact Report, which highlights our achievements, our mission, our vision for the future of caring for Carers and the challenges we face in delivering it.
16/07/2024
The Importance Of High-Quality Replacement Care
Being a carer for someone who can't be left alone is challenging, especially if there's no one to take over. Carers often feel overwhelmed and struggle to find even a short break.
Celebrating Carers Week!
It's crucial that carers receive a break. Their well-being is essential, as it allows them to continue providing the necessary support and care.
16/07/2024
We Are the Kent 'Care Charity Of The Year'
We are honoured to have our work supporting unpaid carers recognized. During these challenging times, it means a lot that Crossroads Care Kent has received this award.
16/07/2024
Why Should Breaks Be One-Off?
At Crossroads Care Kent, we know carers need breaks to maintain their well-being and sense of self amidst the demands of caregiving.
16/07/2024