What Does Being a Young Carer Mean
Young carers are children and young people under 18 years old, who look after a member of the family who is sick, disabled, has mental health problems or is misusing drugs or alcohol.
Lots of children and young people want to help out and feel proud that they are lending a hand. At the same time the impact of these caring responsibilities may cause difficulties at home, school, college or elsewhere.
Sometimes it can be difficult to recognise someone as a young carer, but does this sound like you and your family?
If so, please give your name to Reception today, and we will contact you.
This is how we can support young carers and families through the Carers Trust:
· make sure the young carer is safe and being looked after
· reduce the amount of caring a young person has to do if it is too much for them, by thinking about the needs of the whole family
· help the young carer to get more support at school or college
· make sure that the young carer gets a regular break and time for friends and fun
· check that the young carer is supported by other adults and professionals in their lives
· make sure that the young carer has someone to talk to when things are difficult
· check that the family are receiving all the support or financial benefits available to them
· improve the life opportunities of the young carer
https://www.carerstrusthillingdon.org/young-carer-services
Support for Young Carers