Last updated:
29th April 2025
Support for carers aged 18 and under
Wokingham Young Carers project
The Wokingham Young Carers - Berkshire Youth service provides support for young carers in the Wokingham borough in collaboration with the Wokingham Carers Partnership.
The service aims to better identify and provide support for young carers to develop emotionally and physically, as well as being able to take full advantage of opportunities for educational achievement and life success.
Our Approach
When assessing how to help a young carer, it's important to think about what the whole family needs and how those needs affect each other. We also recognise the importance of different cultural beliefs and needs related to disability, illness, and caregiving, all while making sure the young person has the right to a safe and happy childhood.
What We Provide:
- Weekly respite sessions for 8 – 18-year-olds, giving you opportunities to take a break from caring responsibilities
- Holiday activities for 8 – 18-year-olds
- Family support so that your caring responsibilities can be reduced
- A listening ear
- Help to understand things and help speak on your behalf if you need us to
- Support, information and guidance
- Working with schools so that teachers can better support you
- Help finding support through local services
The service will be expanding to offer:
- 16 – 19-year-old transitional group (becoming an adult carer)
- School awareness and support
- 1-2-1 support where required
- Residentials
Referrals
If you are a professional or a family member who would like to refer a young carer to the project please go to the Berkshire Youth website and download a referral form.
If you have any questions or would like to find out more about support for young carers please contact Berkshire Youth:
Tel: 0118 909 0927
