Whole school approach to young carers in schools
What support can we signpost CYP to?
Please see signposting links for children and young people (CYP):
- Young Carers Matter Norfolk is Norfolk County Council's commissioned provider, and offers support to young carers and their families.
- Young Carers Support App provides online advice for young carers from Carers Matter Norfolk
- Young Carers Identity Passport discreetly explains that the holder is a Young Carer and outlines some of the reasonable adjustments they may need, such as having access to a phone in case of emergencies, flexibility with homework deadlines, or additional pastoral support when needed. If a Young Carer would like to apply for the Passport, they can do so here.
- Kooth provides anonymous and personalised emotional and mental health support for children and young people aged between 11 and 24.
- Sense runs an online project focused on connecting siblings and young carers to develop meaningful friendships, providing opportunities to try new and fun activities, giving CYP respite from caring responsibilities and supporting their wellbeing.
- The Matthew Project: Unity Service is a specialist drugs and alcohol service for CYP and their families.
If you need guidance about how to support an individual CYP who has just been identified as a young carer, then please see step by step guidance in this padlet.
