Young carers

You may be looking after, or helping to look after someone else in your family who has a long term illness or disability.

These are some of the things you may do:

• cook, clean, wash or shop
• help wash or dress the person the person who needs care or
• organising the home.
• give lots of emotional support to the person who needs care.

These are some of the issues you may have to face:

• pressures of school life
• difficult to talk to friends
• worries and concerns about yourself and your home life 

You can read some of the things young carers say here.

Local support

Where can I find help and support in my area?

Carers' centres - can help with:

• information and advice
• help to get support at school
• opportunities to meet other Young Carers
• someone to talk to, in confidence
• time out from caring

Oxfordshire County Council