Young Carers
Thank you for contacting The Carers Association. We are Ireland’s National Voluntary Organisation for and of Family Carers in the home. We are here to assist and support you in your role as a Young Carer.
Our network of sixteen resource centres across the country provide a variety of services that are there to help you. Our Free Phone Careline 1800 24 07 24 is there to take calls on any carer related questions or concerns you may have.
Our website aims to provide detailed and up to-date information on all relevant Carers issues and issues that may affect you as a Young Carer.
Every year we hold our annual Young Carer of the Year Award to recognise the work that Young Carers carry out daily in the home for family members. Young carers often go un-recognised along with their own social, health and educational needs. The awards strive to raise awareness for all of Irelands’ young carers and the improvement of services nationwide.
NUI Galway is currently carrying out Research on Young Carers which we would encourage all Young Carers under 18 years to get involved with. All information will be treated confidentially.
Please contact your local resource centre for any queries or concerns you may have, our centre managers and staff are on hand to help you.
Alternatively check out our Facebook and Bebo Pages and meet Young Carers like you.
