A recent study conducted for Julia’s House, has revealed some powerful statistics on the effects of caring on relationships. These statistics highlight just how important it is for carers to take a break. Caring is a full time role, and it’s all consuming – both physically and psychologically exhausting. The research found that 64% of divorced or separated parent […]
Let’s Talk! The Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness
On 16th June 2016, the British Labour Party MP for Batley & Spen, Jo Cox, was sadly murdered. Jo Cox had made it her life’s work to tackle many issues affecting her constituents, including community loneliness. And her legacy continues. This year, the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness was launched. Its aim? To start a […]
We Need You! Join the After Umbrage 2017 Vitality Bath Half Marathon team…
It’s that time of year again! On Sunday 12th March 2017 After Umbrage will be taking on the 2017 Vitality Bath Half Marathon. Our team will be running to raise vital funds to help us to continue our work, providing care for those who care and offering carers across the UK short breaks at our cottage […]