What activities might a young carer do? - Young Carers
The tasks and level of care undertaken by young carers can vary according to the nature of the illness or disability, the level and frequency of the need for care, and the structure of the family as a whole.
Despite this, caring is unpaid and ongoing.
Young carers often take on practical and/or emotional caring responsibilities that would normally be expected of an adult. These can include:
- Practical tasks include cooking, housework, and shopping
- Physical care: lifting or helping someone use the stairs
- Personal care: dressing, washing, and helping with toileting needs
- Emotional support means listening, calming, and being present
- Managing the family budget, collecting benefits, and taking prescriptions
- Medication management
- Looking after younger siblings
- Helping someone to communicate
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