The Future For Young Carers - 2018 and Beyond
Event Information
Description
“Ensuring Young Carers are Seen, Heard & Supported” A free conference for anyone interested in the well-being and development of Young Carers in Highland #YCFuture
A look at caring from a young carer’s perspective
The implications of the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and the duty of care
Young Carer Positive Schools Award
Guest Speakers
Cathy Begley, Participation and Education Officer, CYPCS
Edward Reid, former young carer and Britain’s Got Talent finalist
Bernadette Cairns, Head of Additional Support Needs, Highland Council
Who are Young Carers?
Young carers are children and young people who help care for and support a family member who either has a physical or learning disability, is experiencing mental ill health, issues with substance misuse or another long term health condition.
Our Objectives?
Connecting Young Carers work to ensure that young carers have the same opportunities as other young people, are not placed in inappropriate caring roles and are able to fulfil their potential.
Refreshments & lunch are provided.