Young Carers (ages 5-18) and Young Adult Carers (ages 16-25) are ordinary young people from all sorts of families and backgrounds who look after or help a family member, friend, neighbour or other who is affected by:

• Disability
• Physical illness
• Mental illness – anxiety, depression, other
• Drug / Alcohol abuse
• Translation or communication difficulties

What kind of thing do young carers do?

They may help with:

• Housework
• Shopping
• Giving medication
• Looking after brothers and sisters
• Listening and emotional care
• Translation or communication
• Physical care

If you could be a Young Carers or know someone who is go to North Ayrshire – Welcome | Carers Gateway  to find out more about supports and services available.