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Caring for someone

Caring for someone

Young carers

If you are a young carer aged under 18 there is support available. Your local council can help with your wellbeing and support you in your role as a carer.

Support for young carers

The support available means that young carers: 

  • should not have to carry out a regular and substantial amount of caring for a disabled person
  • do not take on similar levels of caring responsibilities as adults

Local authorities should make sure that the education, development and general well-being of young carers is not affected by caring responsibilities.

Assessments for young carers

Very occasionally a 16 or 17 year old who cares for someone may be entitled to an assessment. Your local council has a responsibility to make sure a young carer's well-being is looked after and that they receive necessary support. The local council should also make sure that a young person does not get trapped in a role as a carer.

Find out about advice and support for young carers locally

You can find out about the advice and support available to you in your local area from your local council website. See the link below to find your local council.

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