Children and teenagers who regularly provide care or support to a family member can request an assessment of their needs and may be able to access appropriate support in Manchester.
Manchester City Council is reminding residents about support available for young carers — children and teenagers who regularly take on responsibilities to help or care for someone close to them at home. This may include providing practical or personal support to a family member who needs assistance.
According to information provided by Manchester City Council, a young carer can request an assessment of their needs. The purpose of this assessment is to better understand the young person’s circumstances, the responsibilities they take on in their daily life, and how these responsibilities may affect different aspects of their wellbeing.
Support can take into account areas such as education, social life and responsibilities at home. The aim is to identify the young person’s needs and determine what support may help them balance their personal life, education and caring responsibilities.
This information may be particularly important for families who are unaware that a child or teenager who regularly takes on caring responsibilities may be recognised as a young carer and can ask for an assessment.
Parents, young people themselves, or anyone seeking further information can contact the relevant Manchester City Council services.
Contact: 0161 234 5001
Reference:Manchester City Council — Young Carers / Services for Carershttps://www.manchester.gov.uk/social-services/carers/young-carers
Official source: Manchester City Council.