YOUNG CARER SuPPORT
yoUng Carer
A Young Carer is a person under the age of 18 who provides care for a
• family member
• relative
• friend who has a
• disability
• illness
• mental health condition
• substance use problem
Our Aims
Reduce or remove the caring role where relevant
Build confidence and resilience
Provide access to short breaks from caring
Help young carers have the same opportunities as peers
Improve wellbeing
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I have made new friends and my support worker is really easy to talk to. Young carer
Through 1:1 support and other activities organised by the service, we foster:
• leadership and relationship skills
• knowledge
• confidence
• self-esteem
• kindness
• compassion
• good mental health
• ...and much more
What is a Young Carer Statement (YCS)?
• A YCS is a legal entitlement through the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016.
• A YCS identifies the current situation and the help that is required to reduce or remove the caring role and its impact.
