Teachers on spotting a young carer.

Teachers play a large role in a child’s development, whether it is the physical, social or emotional side. According to Childrens Choice, Child Care Services “Teachers are co-explorers, guiding, nurturing, learning, hypothesising, and solving problems side-by-side with the children.” (CCS) According to Carers UK, young carers are seen to be more vulnerable than their peersContinueContinue reading “Teachers on spotting a young carer.”

Here’s how you can get involved in Young Carers Awareness Day

Credit: Blackpool Carers Centre The BBC estimates that there are over 700,000 young carers across the UK alone. With reports of Young Carers feeling ‘isolated’ and ‘stressed’ more needs to be done in order to help. You can get involved this year on January 30th, with campaigns such as CountMeIn! which was created by Carers.Org.ContinueContinue reading “Here’s how you can get involved in Young Carers Awareness Day”

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