Young Carers Action Day 2024 is all about Fair Futures for Young Carers.
We can all play a part in making fair futures for young carers a reality: governments, local authorities, schools, colleges, charities - everyone.
Learn moreMost adults would buckle under the weight of responsibility on Kiesha’s shoulders. At just 19, she is the primary carer for her mum, nan and two brothers – who all live with a variety of physical and mental health conditions. She left college because they didn't understand her caring situation - but she still wants to learn.
In partnership with our network of local carer organisations and big UK employers, we offer specialist support to help young carers and young adult carers achieve their full potential. Find out more.
We're pleased that the Work and Pensions Committee listened to the evidence provided by Carers Trust and have recommended that Carer’s Allowance and its earnings threshold be regularly uprated. Read our full response.
Our impact for unpaid carers can only be as great as the power of our network. We are the largest network of organisations across the UK that specialises in the support and wellbeing of unpaid carers.