Caring responsibility

During school holidays, weekends and even lockdown there might be increased expectations for young people and children with helping out with siblings, family members and even pets. It is very important to consider that on return to school that these expectations may not be able to continue in the same format and that having a conversation with the family to talk about expectations on return to regular routine is happening.

This conversation might include information about the return of some young people and children and not others, how support can be offered in the family unit and the importance of returning to routine as a first step to preparing for returning to school.

Extra support may be available for those who identify as young carers or carers, please see the following links, however if you need support and assistance navigating, please contact the wellbeing team.

Carers NSW- Services and Support

Carers NSW- Young Carers Program