Support for Young Carers in Scotland
Young Carers Transitions
Young Carers face a number of transition periods during their time as a young carer. Read about what support is…
Young Carers Package
The Young Carers Package is available to all young carers in Scotland between the ages of 11-18. Find out more…
A Step by Step Guide on Signing Up for the Young Carers Package
Young carers across Scotland can now sign up for a special range of enhanced Discounts and opportunities through using the…
What You’re Entitled to As a Young Carer in Scotland
No matter what you do in your caring role, if you meet certain eligibility requirements, you’re entitled to financial support…
How to Apply for Carer’s Allowance
Here’s all you need to know about applying for Carer’s Allowance.
How to Apply for the Young Carer Grant
Find out how to apply for the Young Carer Grant, who is eligible and how to get further support as…
What is a Young Carer Statement?
Did you know every young carer in Scotland is entitled to a young carer statement? Find out more about what…
Save Money in the Cost Crisis with Young Scot
Check out some Young Scot Discounts you can get to help with the cost crisis.
Young Carers Blogs
Fatimah’s Blog: I Am a Young Carer
Fatimah is a young carer who is part of Carers Trust Scotland’s Young Adult Carer Advisory Group. In this blog, Fatimah…
Carrie’s Blog: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly – Carrie’s Experience as a Young Carer
Carrie is a young carer and in our blog she explains what it’s like caring for her mum – the…
Sarah’s Blog: Being a Young Carer
Sarah share’s her blog about being a young carer for her brother Patrick and the three things she’s gained from…
What is a Young Carer?
What Do Young Carers Do?
Young carers across Scotland are supporting the people they care for in a variety of ways. Read our article to…
What Does Being a Young Carer Mean?
Have a look at this article to find out more about who might be a young carer and why it’s…
VIDEO: What’s It Like being a Young Carer?
The Carers Trust Media Ambassadors group has created a short film about the biggest issues facing young carers.