Who are young carers?

Young carers are children and young people up to 25 years of age who help care in families where someone has an illness, a disability, a mental health issue or who has an alcohol or other drug problem.

The person they help care for might be a parent, sibling, grandparent or other relative, or maybe a friend.

A young carer may assist with household chores or may help manage medication, therapy and medical appointments.

A young carer may also assist in maintaining the carer recipient's safety and offer support making sure that they are feeling okay.

Is your child a young carer?

Yes - If you are a parent caring for a family member or friend, then chances are one or more of your children is a young carer by helping to provide care and/or taking on additional responsibilities.

Yes - If you are a parent with a disability, an ongoing illness, mental illness, chronic condition, alcohol or drug issue, then chances are one or more of your children is a young carer by providing care and suport and taking on additional responsibilities.

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