Being a young carer can affect a young person’s education as:

• they may feel they have to take time off school.
• they may feel tired or stressed.
• they may stay in to be there for someone when others are going out and socialising because they worry about someone while they’re out.

There is a lot you can do to help your child.

• Make sure that your child has some time for fun as well!
• There may a Young Carers Project near you that offers young carers breaks, activities and someone to talk to, as well as giving you the advice and information you need in confidence.
• If there is no Young Carers Project near you, your local youth service or a social worker may be able to help.
• You can email us for confidential advice.
• Is there a time each week that you can spend time with your children doing something they enjoy? Do they need your encouragement to go out more – perhaps there is someone around who can help you when they are out of the house?