This section has advice for professionals, whether they work with adults (some of whom will be parents of young carers) or with children. There is also the latest government guidance on supporting young carers and their parents.

You may find it useful to download this Young Carers’ Assessment questionnaire from North Yorkshire County Council in association with Carers’ Resource.

Useful Links

The policy guidance to the new Carers Equal Opportunities Act 2004 has a page on young carers.

The Practice Guidance to the new Carers Equal Opportunities Act 2004 has clear guidance on assessing young carers.

The Social Care Institute for Excellence site has several briefings on young carers and parents who have care needs.