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Young Carers

Devon Young Carers LogoAt Devon Young Carers we work with young people aged 4 to 18 who help look after someone in their family, or a friend, who is ill, disabled or misuses drugs and alcohol. We work to make sure that young carers are supported through our service and others, which can include specialist advice, access to respite opportunities and 1:1 support as identified in an assessment.

For more information about support in your area, please contact us at Devon Carers Helpline on:

t: 03456 434 435 or e: [email protected]

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Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Whether you're a young carer, friend, family member or professional, it is always important to seek advice and support if you feel you need it. Read more

Published: 19th January, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2020

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Published: 12th January, 2020

Updated: 10th March, 2020

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Published: 5th January, 2020

Updated: 28th February, 2020

Author: Charlie Pennell

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Am I a young carer?

A young carer is someone under the age of 18 who helps look after, or whose life is affected by, a relative with a disability, illness, mental health condition, or drug or alcohol problem. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2020

Updated: 9th September, 2020

Author: Charlie Pennell

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Devon Young Carers can offer ID cards to young carers who would find this useful. Read more

Published: 30th December, 2019

Updated: 8th June, 2020

Author: Wendy Hancock

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Published: 1st December, 2019

Updated: 25th July, 2020

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