70. Teen Carers:
Some teenagers care for another family
member at home. This person could be you.
It is rarely planned for a teenager to
take over the care of another person but sometimes this happens due
to a families unique circumstances.
Many teens show remarkable resilience
and adapt very well to being a Young Carer while others can appear to
be coping but can experience feelings of anxiety, isolation and
resentment and also feel guilty for experiencing these feelings.
NHS choices offers further insight in
to this issue:
Young Carers can be responsible for
helping their parents or a younger brother or sister with personal
care. They may help around the house performing duties such as
cooking, cleaning and other housework.
In some cases the Young Carer can be
reluctant to leave the person that they are caring for as they feel
protective towards them. This can affect their school work and their
social life.
Social Services can help to ensure that
the needs of all the family is met and that they receive respite care
and any benefits that they may be entitled to.
It is important to realise that you are
entitled to the help you need and you should not be afraid or ashamed
to ask for help if you need it. The Social Worker will carry out a
'Young Carers Needs Assessment.'
This can be
used to help ensure that they receive the appropriate support to help
them in their role.
The
Carers Direct helpline (0300 123 1053) offers confidential
information and advice for carers.
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