What is a Young Carer?

A young carer is someone aged 5 to 18 who cares for a friend or family member, who cannot cope without their support due to:

• Illness,
• Mental health needs, or
• Substance dependency.

Siblings of a child with a significant mental or physical illness (Sibs)

The sibling of a child with a significant mental or physical illness is referred to as a sibling carer. They are the brothers or sisters of someone with a lifelong disability or illness.

If you believe you are a Sib and/or Young Carer:

• Let your form tutor, teacher or Head of Year know.
• Visit the Support Base and a have a chat with Mrs Daly.
• Visit the Welfare Office and have a chat with Mrs Porter or Mrs Smith.
• Send us an email to lets us know.
• Send us a message on the SHARP system.

What might a young carer do?