Help and support for young carers
It's okay to have feelings about what is happening - you may
feel scared, angry, confused, stressed or guilty. You can contact a
Young Carers project in your area and talk to a Young Carers Worker
who can understand what you are going through. You may be able to
meet other young people who have similar problems in their
families.
Photograph modelled for The Children's Society | © Nick
David | 2010
Essex Young Carers provides support to those caring for someone
with substance misuse problems you can call them on 0845 603 7627
or take a look at the Young Carers
magazine.
If you are in mid-Essex then you can go to the NHS website area
for young carers where you will find a useful Carers Directory.
The Children's Society STARS National Initiative offers
information, support and guidance on parental drug and alcohol
misuse, and the impact it has on children and families.
Why does my parent or carer use drugs?