Support for young carers
Help with school and healthcare
If your teachers and health professionals know that you are a carer, they can try to make things easier for you.
Help at school
You could tell your teachers that sometimes you need to:
- arrive late
- leave early
- have access to your mobile phone
You could also talk to them about how your caring role effects your school work.
Help with healthcare
Sometimes the person you care for may need to attend a medical appointment.
You could ask them to schedule appointments outside of school or college hours so that you can attend.
You should also ask them to explain anything that you don't understand.