WIRED Young Carers Service

We support young carers who are aged 18 or under and look after someone with a disability, illness, mental health condition or addiction.  

We offer:

• Confidential one-to-one emotional support 
• Advocacy - support you to ensure that your views, wishes, issues and feelings are heard and understood
• Inform you of your rights, ensure you understand them and how they can be used to help you and your family 
• Represent/support at Meetings 
• You are entitled to a free Emergency Card 
• You are entitled to a free Leisure Pass (aged 16+) if caring for someone aged 18+
• A quarterly Young Carers Newsletter and events calendar
• Trips and activities
• Support at drop-in sessions, giving you a chance to meet other young carers and access peer support
• Signpost you to other helpful agencies.