Cambridge Building Society Community Fund supports unpaid carers with grant

The Cambridge Building Society Community Fund has provided a £3,000 grant to Making Space to support unpaid carers in Cambridgeshire who are facing domestic abuse. 

The funding has helped up to 50 people at risk by providing emergency accommodation and transport.

Applications for grants from the fund are now open twice a year via Cambridgeshire Community Foundation.

Christine Burton, carer support worker at Making Space, said: “Unpaid carers often feel overlooked, yet their role can be overwhelming – especially when they are also facing domestic abuse. 

“This funding allows us to respond quickly and practically in moments of crisis, giving carers the chance to step away from unsafe situations and begin to rebuild stability.

“It’s about giving people hope. Even something as simple as arranging a short stay away, or covering travel to a safe place, can make all the difference.”

Burton added: “We’re so grateful for this support, which helps us protect carers at their most vulnerable.”

Recently, volunteers from the Cambridge team joined Making Space for a coach trip to Sheringham, giving carers the chance to step away from daily responsibilities and meet others in similar situations.