Young Carers

Time4U

This is Plymouth’s young carer offer for children and young people provided by Plymouth City Council, Barnardo’s and Hamoaze House.

Visit: Time4U

Young Carers Service – Barnardo’s

Supports young people who look after an adult family member who has a serious illness or disability.

Visit: Young Carers Service – Barnardo’s

Caring for Carers: Improving Lives Plymouth

If you’re over 18 and look after a partner, family member, or friend with an illness or disability, you can ask for a carer’s assessment to look at how caring affects you and the sort of help you need.

Visit: Caring for Carers: Improving Lives Plymouth

Friends & Families of Special Children

Friends and Families provide emotional support and activities for young carers with the Fun and Freedom Club.

Visit: Friends & Families of Special Children and also keep up to date on their Facebook page.

Sibs

This is a UK charity that offers support for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults.

Visit: Sibs and you can also follow them on their Sibs – Facebook page.

Young Sibs

This an online support and information service for children and young people aged 7-17 years old who have a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs or a serious long-term condition.

Visit: Young Sibs

There is also a moderated chat area where siblings can connect with and message other siblings around the UK.

Visit: Young Sibs Chat Forum