A Young Carer is someone under the age of 18 who helps look after, or care for a family member, relative or a friend. A young person that is aged between 16-25 years with caring responsibilities can also be known as a young adult carer.
Being a carer may get in the way of you doing well at school and stop you enjoying all the things that other children or young people do. To understand and explore Young Carer’s rights, please visit: NHS Young Carers.
As a Young Carer you give a lot of your time to others, however, it is very important to make time for yourself. You also have the right to be cared for, as every young person does. Have a look at these resources that may help give you advice and support.
Lancashire Young Carers is a funded organisation supporting young children and people who care for and look after their family members affected by disability, substance misuse etc. For more information, please visit: Lancashire Young Carers | Barnardo’s (barnardos.org.uk)
Find out how school, social workers, or other health professionals help young carers. Please visit: Help for young carers – Social care and support guide – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
If you are a young carer under the age of 18, Youth Zone offers a variety of help and support. For more information, please visit: Young carers – Lancashire County Council
Carers Link offer support tailored to the individual needs of each Young Carer but also look at the whole family. Register as a Young Carer