AFFC: Young Carers (ages 8 to 18)
Action for Family Carers supports young carers aged 8–18 across Essex who provide unpaid care for a family member. We offer one-to-one support, Young Carers Clubs and respite activities, school support, emotional wellbeing support, information, advice and signposting, and support during key transitions. Our aim is to help young carers improve their wellbeing, confidence, resilience and educational outcomes while reducing the impact of their caring responsibilities. Please refer using our online form.
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Further info
Support can cover practical support, e.g. speaking to the young carer's school, peer and group support (socialising, fun activities, useful courses, exercise etc.), and support with transitions (e.g. moving from primary to secondary school, young carer to adult carer). Click here to make a referral to Action for Family Carers.
Who can use this service?
Children who help to care for a family member. This person may have a long term illness, a physical or sensory impairment, mental health problems or a drug or alcohol addiction. We provide support in secondary schools. Our Young Carers Clubs are available for ages 8 to 18 years.
How are services delivered?
In schools and through a young carers youth club
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