Carers Choices - Young Carers
Young Carers often find caring for a family member rewarding, but it can also be incredibly challenging. It may impact their schoolwork, friendships, and overall well-being. That’s why we provide support to Young Carers in the Castle Point and Basildon area—helping them take the breaks they need and deserve. Our Young Carers group provide a welcoming and supportive environment where children can relax, be themselves, and enjoy a variety of engaging activities.
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Our Young Carer groups offer a variety of skills and activities including: Building essential life skills such as cooking, boosting confidence, supporting anger management and providing the opportunity to have fun, relax, be creative, and spend time with others who understand their unique experiences.
Young Carers groups operate in Benfleet (The White House, Kiln Road, SS7 1BU) on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 5.30 to 7.30pm and Basildon (Frypa Hall, Beeleigh, SS13 3PD) on a Wednesday evening between 5.30 and 7.30pm.
The Thursday group in Benfleet is a cooking club and is open to both older carers and young carers.
For further details visit our website: Carers Choices: Young Carers. or raise a referral via Frontline.
Who can use this service?
Young Carers (aged 8-16 years) in the Castle Point and Basildon area.
How are services delivered?
Face to face support groups in Benfleet and Basildon.
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