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PressAn Update From Crossroads Care Kent
We know there has been a lot of speculation about Crossroads Care Kent recently. Crossroads is not closing — here is the full picture on our West and East Kent contracts, what's changing, and how we continue supporting carers across Kent.
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Social Care Reform: Your Voice Needed
This week marked a significant moment for social care across the UK. Andy Burnham set out the government's plans for reform — and unpaid carers, including the thousands of dedicated carers across Kent, need to be at the heart of that conversation.
Macmillan Volunteer Service Comes to a Planned Close
Crossroads Care Kent's Macmillan funded support service will come to an end on 31st July 2026 after 14 years of operation.
Andy finished more than a marathon
Andy ran the London Marathon for the unpaid carers of Kent. Here's why it matters — and how you can help too.
Join Our Team
Join Our Team at Crossroads Care Kent – Make a Difference Every Day!
Help Sittingbourne's Young Carers
Vote for our Sittingbourne Young Carers group at your local Tesco and help us win a grant of up to £1,500
2025 at Crossroads Care Kent
Throughout 2025, Crossroads Care Kent worked tirelessly to deliver quality care support services across every corner of Kent.
Introducing Our New Paid Services
Crossroads Care Kent is launching Paid Services, offering flexible, high-quality care at home for people across Kent.
Recharge in Nature - A Wellbeing Day for Carers at RSPB Dungeness
Carers from across Kent enjoyed a relaxing morning at RSPB Dungeness with nature, workshops, and time to unwind.
We won the Mental Health Charity of the Year Award
Crossroads Care Kent announced as winner of Mental Health Charity of the Year at the Kent Charity Awards in recognition of our Carers Counselling Service.
Kim's Incredible Wing Walk for Crossroads Care Kent
From the ground to the skies, Kim's Wing Walk was a bold way to raise funds for Crossroads Care Kent.
We're a Finalist, Again!
We're Finalists! Our Carers Counselling Project Recognised in the Kent Charity Awards 2025.
Carers' Wellness Day
What a Day! Read our Dungeness Wellness Event Wrap-Up
Carers Week Yoga and Wellness Event
Take a breath, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a special Carers Week event, free of charge, at the stunning RSPB Dungeness reserve.
Don't Mind the Gap!
Our youngest volunteers, Simar and Nikki, support our eldest client, Pearl. A beautiful reminder that care, kindness, and connection can span generations.
Kim is Skydiving for Crossroads Care Kent!
Kim is taking the leap to support unpaid carers—help her reach new heights for Crossroads Care Kent!
Counselling Service Growth
Our Counselling Service has grown significantly, thanks to generous funding from the Kent and Medway Cancer Alliance and support from local facility providers.
Supporting World Cancer Day 2025 in Kent & Medway
This World Cancer Day, we invite you to participate — whether by sharing your story, joining events, or helping to create awareness.
2024 Macmillan Crossroads Volunteer Service Client Survey Results
Discover the results of our 2024 Macmillan Crossroads Volunteer Service Client Survey and see what our clients have to say.
Share Your Views on Kent's Wellbeing Services!
Kent County Council sought feedback on proposed changes to community wellbeing services in Kent, including short breaks and emotional support for carers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carers Need To Get To Their Doctors' Appointments Too!
Carers need to attend their own doctors' appointments too. Their health is crucial to their ability to provide care — but finding time can be a real challenge.
Celebrating Carers Week!
It's crucial that carers receive a break. Their wellbeing is essential, and it allows them to continue providing the care and support their loved ones need.
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.
Impact Report 2022 Published
We have just published our 2022 Impact Report, highlighting our achievements, our mission, and our vision for the future of caring for carers.
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. Here's why high-quality replacement care matters so much.
Carers Breaks need to be free
Caring for a loved one is demanding and often round-the-clock. At Crossroads Care Kent, we believe carers' breaks should be free and easy to access.
Our counselling team is growing!
We are growing our counselling team and our capacity with new members to better serve carers across Kent and Medway.
Empowering Unpaid Carers
In the heart of Kent, unpaid carers dedicate themselves to caring for loved ones, often sacrificing their own wellbeing. Here's how Crossroads Care Kent supports them.
Why breaks should be regular?
At Crossroads Care Kent, we know carers need breaks to maintain their wellbeing and sense of self amidst the demands of caregiving — and those breaks need to be regular, not one-off.
We Are the Kent 'Care Charity Of The Year'
Crossroads Care Kent awarded Kent Care Charity of the Year at the Kent Charity Awards 2021 in recognition of our unwavering support for unpaid carers throughout the pandemic.