Young Carers
Help with Education / Going to University
The following links and leaflets provide information on some of the support available for young carers in education and young carers going on to Higher Education:
Support with Education
UCAS - Students with Caring Responsibilities
Financial Support
Young carers are eligible for extra financial support from Universities, which is usually non-repayable in the form of a grant. Your child should check with their University choices to find out more.
Useful Contacts
Wiltshire Young Carers Service
01380 729 813
enquiries@youthactionwiltshire.org
Carer Support Wiltshire
0800 1814118
Wiltshire Online Community Support
BANES Young Carers Centre
0800 0388 885
Weston-super-Mare / North Somerset Young Carers Support
