“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.