YOUNG CARERS

Here are a few questions that people often ask           

WHO ARE YOUNG CARERS?

A Young Carer is someone up to the age of 18 who helps to look after and support anyone in the family with an illness, disability, mental health or substance misuse problem.
They might be providing physical care, doing lots of work around the house or be affected emotionally.

WHAT IS THE EFFECT ON THE YOUNG CARER?

Most Young Carers manage very well, but there will be times when they find it hard concentrating at school, or become very tired. They might lack opportunities for making friends and going out, and most will worry at times.

WHAT SUPPORT CAN WE OFFER?

The Young Carers project has two support workers covering Hambleton and Richmondshire. We support the Young Carers through one to one support, (someone to talk to), and through groups where they meet up with new friends for a varied programme of activities. We can also offer advice and signpost to other agencies if needed.

HOW DO PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT US?

We are often in the schools in the area, taking assemblies and class work. Other professionals are becoming increasingly aware of us and the service we offer.

HOW TO CONTACT US

If you want to know more, please call the Centre and ask to speak to Graham or Victoria our Young Carers Support Workers. We can explain more and send you some literature.

Watch this space for a link to our Young Carers website in the future. In the meantime you can visit www.youngcarers.net
 

For Richmondshire contact Victoria at youngcarers@hrcarers.f2s.com
For Hambleton contact Graham at youngcarers@hrcarers.f2s.com

Page updated on : 24/04/2008