- 01752 258933 / 0800 953 1131
- pias@plymouth.gov.uk
- National Helpline
Supplying you with information, advice and support
The Plymouth Online Directory provides useful information and links to help Young Carers provide support to their friends, family and relatives at: Plymouth Young Carers Support Hub.
This is Plymouth’s young carer offer for children and young people provided by Plymouth City Council, Barnardo’s and Hamoaze House.
Visit: Time4U
Plymouth Libraries have created a collection of books and helpful information to support young carers, with a range of books available suitable for children aged from three years.
Titles can be reserved to be collected from any of the Plymouth Libraries.
Visit: The Young Carers Book List
If you’re over 18 and look after a partner, family member, or friend with an illness or disability, you can ask for a carer’s assessment to look at how caring affects you and the sort of help you need.
Friends and Families provide emotional support and activities for young carers with the Fun and Freedom Club.
Visit: Friends & Families of Special Children and also keep up to date on their Facebook page.
This is a UK charity that offers support for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults.
Visit: Sibs and you can also follow them on their Sibs – Facebook page.
This an online support and information service for children and young people aged 7-17 years old who have a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs or a serious long-term condition.
Visit: Young Sibs
There is also a moderated chat area where siblings can connect with and message other siblings around the UK.
Visit: Young Sibs Chat Forum
