Young carers: Guidance for healthcare staff
Overview
There are roughly 1200 young or young adult carers in South Tyneside.
The challenges they face can make it harder for them or the person they care for to access healthcare.
Your support could help make things easier for them.
Some young carers may have a young carers card.
Resources
This information can also be downloaded as a PDF.
You can direct young carers to information for young carers..
You can also download a poster that explains how you can help young carers.