Who We Are
Basingstoke & District Young Carers is a registered Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting young carers aged 8 to 18 across the Basingstoke & Deane district.
We provide support, opportunities and a safe space for young people whose lives are affected by the illness, disability, mental health condition, addiction or additional needs of a family member.
By raising awareness, reducing isolation and helping young carers build confidence and resilience, we work to ensure that no young carer faces their challenges alone.
Our Purpose
Founded in 2009 and officially established as a charity in 2019, Basingstoke & District Young Carers is dedicated to empowering young carers and their families. Our goal is to enhance their emotional and physical well-being while creating opportunities for educational success.
Our Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding the well-being of young carers and their families. Through the establishment, development, and maintenance of support, information, and advice services, we alleviate the unique challenges faced by young carers caring for family members with long-term illnesses, disabilities, or addictions.
Our Purpose
Founded in 2009 and officially established as a charity in 2019, Basingstoke & District Young Carers is dedicated to empowering young carers and their families. Our goal is to enhance their emotional and physical well-being while creating opportunities for educational success.
Our Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding the well-being of young carers and their families. We are committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of young carers and their families. Through the establishment, development and maintenance of support, informationand advice services, we help alleviate the unique challenges faced by young carers whose lives are affected by the illness, disability, mental health condition, addiction or additional needs of someone in their family.
Who is a Young Carer?
A young carer is a child or young person whose daily life is affected by the illness, disability, mental health condition, addiction or additional needs of a family member.
Some young carers provide practical or emotional support at home. Others may not see themselves as carers at all. However, the needs of someone in their family can still create additional responsibilities, pressures, worries or challenges that affect their childhood.
They may help look after a parent, sibling or relative. They may worry about a loved one, miss out on opportunities enjoyed by their friends, take on responsibilitiesbeyond their years, or find that family circumstances affect their confidence, education, wellbeing or social life.
Every young carer’s experience is different.
What they have in common is that the needs of someone close to them can significantly impact on their own lives.
At Basingstoke & District Young Carers, we believe no child should face those challenges alone.
that of a typical young person. They juggle the demands of school, extracurricular activities, and the responsibilities of caregiving, often without the understanding or support that they need and deserve. The challenges they face can be overwhelming.
Who is a Young Carer?
A young carer is a child or young person whose daily life is affected by the illness, disability, mental health condition, addiction or additional needs of a family member.
Some young carers provide practical or emotional support at home. Others may not see themselves as carers at all. However, the needs of someone in their family can still create additional responsibilities, pressures, worries or challenges that affect their childhood.
They may help look after a parent, sibling or relative. They may worry about a loved one, miss out on opportunities enjoyed by their friends, take on responsibilitiesbeyond their years, or find that family circumstances affect their confidence, education, wellbeing or social life.
Every young carer’s experience is different.
What they have in common is that the needs of someone close to them can significantly impact on their own lives.
At Basingstoke & District Young Carers, we believe no child should face those challenges alone.
While these words provide a glimpse into the world of young carers, it’s important to acknowledge that ‘Out of the Woods,’ a video created for NHS England, offers a more poignant and authentic portrayal of their experiences. Please make some time to watch this short film.
While these words provide a glimpse into the world of young carers, it’s important to acknowledge that ‘Out of the Woods,’ a video created for NHS England, offers a more poignant and authentic portrayal of their experiences. Please make some time to watch this short film.
While these words provide a glimpse into the world of young carers, it’s important to acknowledge that ‘Out of the Woods,’ a video created for NHS England, offers a more poignant and authentic portrayal of their experiences. Please make some time to watch this short film.
Responsibilities Some Young Carers Take On
Some young carers take on additional responsibilities at home to support a parent, sibling or relative. Others may not perform these practical tasks themselves, but the needs of those close to them can still significantly impact on their daily lives. The examples below illustrate some of the responsibilities that some young carers may undertake.
Responsibilities Some Young Carers Take On
Some young carers take on additional responsibilities at home to support a parent, sibling or relative. Others may not perform these practical tasks themselves, but the needs of those close to them can still significantly impact on their daily lives. The examples below illustrate some of the responsibilities that some young carers may undertake.
Discover Their Journey: Watch Our Story
In the heart of our community, young carers demonstrate extraordinary dedication and resilience, taking on responsibilities far beyond their years. To capture the essence of their journeys and the vital support Basingstoke & District Young Carers provides, we are proud to present our promotional video.
This film goes beyond words, offering a glimpse into the real-world experiences, challenges, and triumphs of young carers in the Basingstoke & Deane district.
