Children and young people who care for a dependent relative may be experiencing their own difficulties. They may become ill themselves or they may find it harder to form well-adjusted social relationships. Young Carers are not always aware of where to go to for help, or even that they need help.
For more information visit the following organisation or the youthinformation.com page on Young Carers:
YOUNG CARERS INITIATIVE
Part of The Children's Society, the Young Carers Initiative aims to create a national focus for people who work to support young carers and their families across
England and the UK.
Web site: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/youngcarers
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