Young Carers and Young Adult Carers
Children and young people can be carers too.
Young carers and young adult carers have a right to:
- Be recognised
- Receive support
- Have their education, health and wellbeing considered
Support is available specifically for them and their families.
Lewisham Council has Information and Support for Young Carers on their website. Including information on:
- Who counts as a young carer
- What support we offer young carers
- Links between children and adult services
Carers Trust has support and guidance for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers. Carers Trust runs a network of local carer organisations in England, Scotland and Wales. They offer information, advice, practical support and/or care in the home to unpaid carers of all ages. Many of these local carer organisations in our Network have dedicated services for young carers and young adult carers.