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Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

'This is me' by Tamae

'This is me' by Tamae

Tamae has written a beautiful poem which she has been working on during some of our sessions. Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 5th August, 2021

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Poetry by Billie-Louise Age 14

Poetry by Billie-Louise Age 14

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 27th January, 2021

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Catherine Boylan

A Guide to Alopecia by Billie-Louise

A Guide to Alopecia by Billie-Louise

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 27th January, 2021

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Catherine Boylan

Poems by Amelia, 12

Poems by Amelia, 12

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 14th July, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Cassie's Top 5 Well Being Tips!

Cassie's Top 5 Well Being Tips!

Young Adult Carer Cassie gives us her Top 5 Well Being Tips! Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 19th May, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

'Isolation House' by MJ

'Isolation House' by MJ

An inspiring illustration by young carer MJ, aged 10, showing a happy home full of 'Happy Homers!' Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 1st May, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Free Resources to help during lock down

Free Resources to help during lock down

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 27th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Sensory Stories

Sensory Stories

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 14th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Domestic Abuse Poem by Lola Aged 11

Domestic Abuse Poem by Lola Aged 11

This deep and powerful piece was written by one of our young carers, see what you think. Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 9th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

NASA Video and Image Library

NASA Video and Image Library

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 8th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Art by Sophia, 15

Art by Sophia, 15

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 8th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Theatre from Home

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 8th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Hair Care by Claire* aged 8

Hair Care by Claire* aged 8

Want to know how to keep your hair soft and silky then read on..... Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 7th April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Catherine Boylan

'Three Trees' by Miah, aged 11

'Three Trees' by Miah, aged 11

'Three Trees' - a painting by Miah, aged 11 Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 1st April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

'Animals with a Twist' by Amelia, 12

'Animals with a Twist' by Amelia, 12

'Animals with a Twist' - Pen and coloured pencil illustration by Amelia, aged 12 Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 1st April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

Avocado on Toast: recipe idea by Jacob, 16

Avocado on Toast: recipe idea by Jacob, 16

Avocado on Toast - a delicious healthy choice for breakfast or lunch! Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 1st April, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

'The Galaxy' by Jimmy, aged 10

'The Galaxy' by Jimmy, aged 10

Oil painting by Jimmy, aged 10. Read more

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 1st April, 2020

Author: Joe Collins

How to keep active at home

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

Posted to: Young Carers Connected!

Let's Stay Connected!

    

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!) 

Published: 25th March, 2020

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Author: Joe Collins

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