A Much Need Break

It's always great to hear from Carers that we have been in touch with and have supported. Thank you for Toni for their permission to share her story and photo to help us spread the word about the support we provide to unpaid family carers.

"I’m incredibly grateful to have been able to access a Time 4 You Grant. The support came at a time when I genuinely felt like I was at breaking point, and it honestly couldn’t have come at a better time. 

I used the grant towards a weekend spa break for two. It gave me the opportunity to step away from everything for a little while, relax, recharge, and refresh. 

It was especially meaningful because I had recently been in hospital myself, so having the chance to have some proper time to rest and look after myself came at exactly the right moment.  

Sometimes you don’t realise just how much you need a break until you finally get one. 

I originally found out about Time 4 You through a friend, who pointed me in the right direction following my child’s diagnosis. They  see the struggles I have with my little one, so they knew just how much I needed some support. 

I also want to say a huge thank you to Ian from Essex Carers Support who initially got in touch with me. He was so understanding, explained everything clearly and made the whole process feel so much easier. He also helped point me in the right direction for therapy, which I’m now on a waiting list for.

That support and understanding meant a lot to me. 

At a time when I felt emotionally and physically exhausted, this grant gave me something to look forward to and, most importantly, gave me permission to take a little time for myself without feeling guilty. I’m genuinely so appreciative of the support and the opportunity.  

Thank you Essex Carers Support for helping me to find that much-needed time to breathe, relax and reset. ❤️ "