Our South Lanarkshire Young Carers Service supports young carers aged 8-18 years-old.
A young carer is someone under 18 who looks after a parent or another family member who is unwell or disabled.
This can include children and young people who care for someone with mental heath or substance misuse problems.
Young carers take on physical and emotional duties that adults usually handle, which can feel scary and isolating.
At South Lanarkshire Young Carers, we raise awareness, identify and provide direct support to these young carers.
The direct support our service provides includes
- Young carers needs assessment.
- Personal support, advice and guidance.
- Individual and group support.
- Trips and activities during school holidays.
- Help to access specialist services.
- Help to access universal services such as leisure and youth services.
