Can I Tell You About Being a Young Carer?: A Guide for Children, Family and Professionals

Can I Tell You About Being a Young Carer?: A Guide for Children, Family and Professionals

by JoAldridge (Author), Jo Aldridge (Author)

Synopsis

Meet Carly. Carly is a young person caring for her mother who has Multiple Sclerosis and depression. Part of the best-selling Can I Tell You about... series this book raises awareness about children who live with and care for parents or other relatives in the home. It describes what young carers like Carly do, and the practical and emotional impact caring can have on home and school life, both positive and negative. It also explains what support is available for young carers, including from family, friends and teachers as well as other professionals and online. Carly's story will help young carers explore their worries and concerns, and help family and professionals support young carers.

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Format: paperback
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published:

ISBN 10: 1785925261
ISBN 13: 9781785925269
Book Overview: Join Carly as she explains what it's like to be a young carer

Author Bio
Jo Aldridge is Professor of Social Policy and Criminology at Loughborough University. She is also director of the Young Carers Research Group. Jo has published extensively in social policy, health and social care, specifically in the areas of children's rights, mental health and domestic violence.