Young Carers
Am I a young carer?
You're a young carer if you're under 18 and help to look after a relative with a disability, illness, mental health condition, or drug or alcohol problem.
If you are a Young Carer you'll probably spend a lot of time doing things for other people who cannot do those things for themselves this could be a parent, a brother or sister, relative or friend. This often involves doing tasks which are usually carried out by adults or paid professionals.
Information and support
Young Carers MK works with and supports children and young people aged 8-19 years. Young Carers are supported in a variety of ways, including regular clubs and activities, one-to-one support where needed, targeted group work, information, advice and signposting, opportunity to meet with other young carers, support in schools.
As a young carer, you shouldn't be doing the same things as adult carers. Find out about what support is available to you.
Find out about how you can get help at school, from a social worker, or from a health professional.
Carers Trust helps young carers to cope with their caring role through specialised services across the UK.
