Who is a young carer? 

Imago defines a young carer as As a young carer you might be supporting someone in your family who has a disability, long-term illness, mental health or substance misuse problem.

Young carers take on lots of responsibilities including: 

• practical tasks such as cleaning, cooking, shopping and managing medicines or money

• physical care like helping someone out of bed or get dressed

• looking after brothers and sisters

• emotional support such as providing comfort and reassurance.