While self isolation can be very difficult, with loads of us cut off from our friends and family, the internet gives us a great opportunity to keep in touch! Young Carers Connected! is a space for Merton's Young Carers to share their ideas, thoughts, feelings, artwork, stories etc...
Please send in any paintings, sketches, recipe ideas, book recommendations, poems... the list is endless!
We want to share what you've been doing!
To send stuff to us, please contact Joe on 07818 499 881, or email [email protected]
Young Carers Connected logo by Amelia, aged 12 (and a massive thanks to Lola, aged 12, for coming up with the name!)
Tamae has written a beautiful poem which she has been working on during some of our sessions. Read more
Billie-Louise has been busy writing some poetry during her 1to1 sessions, take a look at what she's written and maybe you could give it a try. Read more
One of our young carers, Billie-Louise has shared her guide to Alopecia to help others understand what it is and how you can support someone with it. Read more
Amelia, one of our amazing Young Carers, recently took part in a four week poetry project with Young Urban Arts Foundation - and here are some of the poems she created during this period! Read more
Young Adult Carer Cassie gives us her Top 5 Well Being Tips! Read more
An inspiring illustration by young carer MJ, aged 10, showing a happy home full of 'Happy Homers!' Read more
At this really challenging time we need all the help we can get, so here are few providers that are helping to ease the stresses of 'home learning'. If you know of any more feel free to share the love and drop us a message: [email protected] Read more
Louise Graham is a primary school teacher with an interest (and lots of experience) in Special Educational Needs. She has written a blog for us on the use of sensory stories. Why not have a go at telling your brother or sister a story with a twist or sharing with your parents/carers and get them in on the action too! Read more
This deep and powerful piece was written by one of our young carers, see what you think. Read more
For any Young Carers that are interested in outer space and robotics, NASA has a treat for you! In light of the coronavirus pandemic, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has decided to allow the general public to access it's enormous collection of images, sounds and video FOR FREE! Read more
Talented artist Sophia, 15, has managed to find a few pieces of art she has produced over the past few months (a lot of her latest works are locked away in school!)... Read more
During this difficult period of lockdown, local theatres have had to close. However, this hasn't stopped them from being able to communicate with an audience. The arts will go on! Read more
Want to know how to keep your hair soft and silky then read on..... Read more
'Three Trees' - a painting by Miah, aged 11 Read more
'Animals with a Twist' - Pen and coloured pencil illustration by Amelia, aged 12 Read more
Avocado on Toast - a delicious healthy choice for breakfast or lunch! Read more
Oil painting by Jimmy, aged 10. Read more
The sun is out and the birds are chirping, but with the Covid-19 lockdown now in place keeping your family active can be a challenge, especially if you can’t access an outdoor space. CSM's Senior Family Support Worker, Joe Collins has been scowering the internet for ways to keep us all fit and moving at home. Read more