Support for young carers

This guide provides information and resources specifically for young carers (aged 18 or under) living in Kingston Borough who care for someone with a disability, long-term illness, mental illness, or substance misuse issue.

Who is a young carer

You’re a young carer if you are 18 or under and you care for someone, usually a member of your family, who has a disability, long-term illness, a mental illness or misuses drugs or alcohol.

Accessing support and information in Kingston

We’ve partnered with Achieving for Children (AfC) who can offer you information and care support services in Kingston.

AfC can give you information about social activities and clubs, learning opportunities, planning your career, staying safe and much more.

You can contact AfC to learn more about their services on 020 8547 5008.

Kingston Carers' Network Young Carers' Project

We’ve set up a project specifically for young carers to get help.

If you’re aged 5 to 18, you can: 

  • get one-to-one consultations
  • take part in group activities
  • attend regular drop-in sessions
  • meet other young carers
  • access advocacy and family support

Contact the Young Carers Team for more information by phone on 020 3031 2754 or by email: youngcarers1@kingstoncarers.org.uk.

Kingston Carers' Network Family Support Project

This project offers tailored support to families where a young person experiences excessive or harmful caring responsibilities. It provides intensive one-to-one support and aims to improve young carers' long-term outcomes.

Contact the Family Support Team for more information by phone on 020 3031 2753 or by email: familysupport@kingstoncarers.org.uk.

Balancing school work with your caring responsibilities

You can receive various forms of support at school including emotional well-being support, health advice, and referrals to other agencies if needed. Visit the teacher at your school for more information.

Get help for the adult you care for

If you are concerned about your caring responsibilities, discuss the possibility of a needs assessment for the person you care for.

Adult social care services may be able to offer the adult you care for support in various areas, including personal care, childcare, and social activitiesIf the adult you care for  already has a social worker, you can discuss your situation with them directly. Otherwise, contact adult social care for assistance.

Telephone: 0208 547 5005  Email: adults@kingston.gov.uk

Other organisations you can contact

You can get support from:

Carers UK offers tailored guidance, resources, and specialist support for young carers.

Last Modified: 14/02/2024 12:21:38

Young Carers Team

Telephone: 020 3031 2754