Based in the Carers Centre alongside the Adult Carers team the Young Carers Service is a commissioned service of Telford & Wrekin Council, and a CVS managed community project.

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Young carers look after family members who are ill, disabled or have alcohol or substance misuse issues - this is usually mum, dad, brothers, sisters or grandparents.  They may be primary carers - the main person caring. Caring can restrict young carers in having the childhood they deserve, with common issues being isolation, worry, tiredness and lack of self-esteem.

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The Young Carers Service provides support for all young carers in Telford who want to register, and with currently nearly 500 children and young people between 5 and 18 years on roll, the service offers:​

• One-to-one support for those who need it most

• Term-time Youth Club

• Holiday and half-term activities, trips and events

• School drop-ins

• Information and advice for the whole family

• Regular newsletter with news, events and helpful advice

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If you think you're a young carer or you know a child or young person who is caring, get in touch for information, advice and support.