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You can read the main text of 'Guidebook for Young Carers' for free on this website. The printed and ebook versions also contain illustrations and coloured boxes containing quotes and key advice. The printed version can be bought on Amazon for £9 and the ebook version can be bought on Amazon for £2.
Golden Rules for Young Carers
A young carer is someone under 18 who provides or intends to provide care for another person. The concept of care includes practical or emotional support. When I was a child, I was a young carer. Based on my experiences, I have created what I believe is a realistic set […]
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Data/Research Material Referenced The UK Census 2011 stated there are over 177,000 young carers in England and Wales. The BBC, with assistance from The Princess Royal Trust for Carers, conducted a survey (“Kids Who Care” 2010) in Surrey. They surveyed 4,029 pupils in ten secondary schools and found 337 had […]
Continue reading →- Introduction
- Chapter One – My Early Years
- Chapter Two – My Experiences of Being A Young Carer
- Chapter Three – My Adult Life
- Chapter Four – Lessons from My Experiences
- Chapter Five – Advice on Certain Topics
- Chapter Six – Know Your Rights
- Chapter Seven – Tell Your Story
- Chapter Eight – Getting Support
- Chapter Nine – Conclusion