Young Adult Carers Support
Support for Carers Aged 18–25
Young adult carers often face unique challenges as they move into further education, employment, independent living, and adulthood while continuing to provide care for someone close to them.
You may be supporting a parent, sibling, partner, child, or another family member while managing your own future plans.
How Support Can Help
Young adult carers may be able to access:
- Dedicated young adult carers services
- Peer support groups
- Employment and careers advice
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Help understanding rights and entitlements
- Support during transitions between services
Common Challenges
Young adult carers often tell us they experience:
- Financial pressures
- Difficulties balancing study and caring
- Limited time for social activities
- Anxiety about the future
- Challenges entering employment
Support services can help you navigate these challenges and build a plan that works for you. Support organisations are listed in our support directory
Next Steps
Register with local carers services and make sure professionals involved in your life understand your caring role so they can provide appropriate support.