Who are young carers?
Young carers are people under 25yo who provide unpaid care and support to family members or friends due to:
Supports young carers might provide may look like…
Help with household chores (such as cleaning and cooking)
Helping the person get in and out of bed
Helping or reminding the person to bath or get dressed
Reminding or taking them to appointments
Reading and explaining letters
Shopping
Paying bills
Helping with medication
Making sure they are alright
Providing emotional support
There is help available. Care2Serve provides free, inclusive, and confidential support.
They can help you figure out how to manage school, training, education, or work as a carer.
Information and referrals to helpful support
Help at home with cleaning, meal prep
Help with tutoring or providing a laptop/tablet to help you study
Professional counsellors to talk with safely and confidentially
Coaching to support you to reach your goals
Support to take a break from caring
Activities to connect with other young carers
Attend wellness workshops and events
Support to apply for the annual $3,768 young carer bursary