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  • Who is a Young Carer?

    Who is a Young Carer?

    We define a 'Young Carer' as anyone aged between 5-17 that is significantly impacted by the diagnosed health condition, disability or substance misuse of a close relative. This means someone they live with or see on a daily basis. Read more

  1. Young Carers
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For Young Carers

If you are between 5 and 17 years old and feel that your life has been impacted by the health condition, disability or substance misuse of a close relative, we can help you to find the support you need.

Young Carers' wellbeing

Young Carers' wellbeing

There are a number of organisations that can help if you're feeling down. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2022

Author: Nada Savitch

Young Carers' rights

Young Carers' rights

You have a right to decide how much care you can give, and indeed whether you give any care at all. Find out about how an 'assessment' could help. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2022

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Nada Savitch

Who is a Young Carer?

Who is a Young Carer?

We define a 'Young Carer' as anyone aged between 5-17 that is significantly impacted by the diagnosed health condition, disability or substance misuse of a close relative. This means someone they live with or see on a daily basis. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2018

Updated: 12th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

How we help Young Carers

How we help Young Carers

The Young Carers Team can offer information, advice, guidance and support. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2018

Updated: 10th June, 2022

Author:

Activities for Young Carers

Activities for Young Carers

Click here to see what some of our partnership agencies offer Young Carers. Read more

Published: 22nd July, 2020

Updated: 8th June, 2022

Author: Catherine Boylan

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  • Support Group for Carers of people with complex needs and personality disorders July 2022

    Support Group for Carers of people with complex needs and personality disorders July 2022

    Share the challenges of caring for someone with complex needs/personality disorders. Space for talk and peer support, and an opportunity to understand more about this condition. Next meeting 19th July 2022

  • Planning for the Future

    Planning for the Future

    Planning for the Future. How to make the right choices for you and the person you care for. Thursday 21st July, 6.00pm

  • Support groups and information sessions

    Support groups and information sessions

    We run some support groups and information sessions for Carers to get together and learn from each other.

  • Life after Caring

    Life after Caring

    It can be hard to adjust to changes in your life when your caring role ends.

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  • Refer an adult carer

    Refer an adult carer

    If you are working professionally with someone who will benefit from support as a carer, you can refer them to us directly with their consent.

  • Who we are

    Who we are

    Carers Support Merton is an independent charity formed in 1991 by a group of local carers. We exist to support unpaid carers from the age of 5 in Merton to stay well and live a fulfilling life.

  • Parent carers

    Parent carers

    Parents of children who have disabilities and are aged under 18, are welcome to participate in our range of activities for adult carers, as well as any of our groups and social events for which they meet the relevant criteria. Parents of children aged over 18, who are caring for their adult child, also qualify for our full range of services including Carers Assessment.

  • Refer a young carer

    Refer a young carer

    How to refer a Young Carer to our service

  • Who is a carer?

    Who is a carer?

    An unpaid Carer is someone who looks after a friend, family member or neighbour, who due to disability, mental or physical ill health, or an addiction, could not cope without their support.

  • Link to other services

    Link to other services

    There are lots of organisations offering support to Carers. Find out more here.

  • Overview

    Do you help to look after an adult family member, partner or friend? If you are an adult living or caring for someone in Merton you may benefit from our wide range of services.

  • Information, Advice & Guidance

    We offer information, advice and guidance on a range of issues including Carer's rights, benefits, financial & legal entitlements, housing & employment.

  • Staff team

    Staff team

    The staff team is led by Tracy Weight (CEO)

  • Support Groups & Social Activities

    Carers tell us that they really value the opportunity to meet others in a similar situation & and to have time away from their caring role.

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Tel: 020 8646 7515 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm)
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