Young carers' stories

Young carers can be significantly affected by caring for a person with a long-term illness or disability - including mental health issues and substance misuse.

Below are some stories from young carers wishing to share their experiences.

• My Mum has MS
  Angela is 12 years old and looks after her mum every day.
• My brother has Aspergers
  I am 11 years old and I live with my mum, dad and my brother who has Aspergers.
• I missed school to look after mum
  When my mum was at home feeling ill, I’d often take days off school to help look after her
• Bullied for being a Young Carer
  I get bullied because people think that my family is "different"
• I Care For Someone
  They don't tell me everything incase I get upset

If you are affected by the same sort of problems as these young carers then please contact your local young carer project for help and support.