This is an annual celebration of the contribution that the UK's six million carers make to their families, friends and communities. The 2001 census estimated that 175,000 of these were young carers under the age of 18. To get involved in the celebrations, visit http://www.carersweek.org.
- More about being a young carer is available on youthinformation.com, The NYA's online information toolkit for young people.
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