Today is the young carer focused day of Carers Week

Did you know we support over 13,500 young carers across Kent, East Sussex, Bexley, Havering, Southwark, Lewisham and Greenwich?

As many as 1 in 5 children and young people are young carers in the UK. Some begin giving care from a very young age, and others become carers overnight. Many young carers don’t see themselves as carers and miss out on getting the help and support they need and deserve.

If you are under 18 and providing care for a family member, relative or friend, it's important to know that support is available.

Support for young carers