General Article Young carers: every child deserves to be just that – a child

Topic Selected: Living with Disability Book Volume: 466

All children should experience the joys of childhood, but for young carers, the responsibility of looking after someone can overshadow their own needs and opportunities for play and growth.

What is a young carer?

A young carer is someone under 18 who helps look after a family member or friend wit...

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