1 Saint Teresa's Hospital, Darlington
About this service
We support young carers, young adult carers and their families living in Darlington. Our team ensures that children and young people are protected from inappropriate caring and have the support they need to learn, develop and enjoy positive childhoods. The service uses a whole family approach, which ensures that children, young people and parents are able to get the support they need, at the right time.
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We offer support for young carers through a range of methods including:
- Young Carer Needs Assessment for young carers from 5 up to the age of 18,
- an assessment of need for young adult carers from the age of 18-24,
- whole family support,
- targeted one to one sessions,
- peer support where a need is identified,
- signposting and referrals to other services,
- support with transitions, and
- access to Carers Breaks
An Ambassadors programme is available for young people moving on from us, who wish to use their experience to benefit their peers.
Supporting professionals
Young Carers Darlington also offers support to schools and organisations through the Neighbourhood Charter to ensure that effective support is being put in place for young carers. The support helps professionals to:
- identify signs that someone may be a young carer,
- understand how to refer for support, and
- have processes in place that make it easy for young people accessing their provision to self-identify as a young carer.
Who are young carers?
Young carers are in families where a child or young person in the home is providing care for someone who has a mental health or physical illness, disability or a difficulty with drugs or alcohol. But what is it like to take on such a big responsibility onto young shoulders?
Tips for young carers
Our Young Carers service staff work hard to empower and encourage the Young Carers they support. Here are some helpful tips when it comes to working effectively with Young Carers.
Tips for professionals
Darlington Young Carers share their expertise when it comes to the professionals who are working with young carers.
Need different support?
Whatever issues you or your family face, we are here to help. If this service isn’t right for you, you can find a different service, contact our helpline, FamilyLine or browse our self-help articles to find the right support for you.
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If you’re feeling overwhelmed, worried or upset about any aspect of your family life, FamilyLine is here for you. We offer free emotional support and guidance on family relationships, conflict, parenting, caring, financial worries and more.
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