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Raising Awareness of Young Carers Through Storytelling and Creativity

Carers Support recently completed a five-school assembly tour across Bristol, using storytelling and creativity to raise awareness of young carers. Author and illustrator Rab Foster led sessions based on The Late Crew books, engaging around 1,800 pupils and sparking important conversations in classrooms and libraries.

15th October 2025

A group photo taken indoors in front of a wall display reading “We are a RAINBOW of possibilities”, with the word “RAINBOW” shown in large multicoloured letters. Several children and two adults are holding copies of books. One adult stands in the cen

Carers Support’s Young Carers 13Up Club Selected for Tesco In-Store Vote

Thanks to a Tesco Community Grant, our 13Up Club for young carers aged 13+ is getting a boost. The funding helps us run fun, inclusive activities—but there’s still more we can do. You can support the club by voting for us in your local Tesco store in the Yate area.

1st October 2025

Two people sitting at a table indoors playing a game of Connect 4. The blue game board stands between them, with red and yellow counters visible in the grid. One person sits on each side of the table and both are focused on the game. The room has pal

Honourable Company of Gloucestershire Charitable Trust Supports Young Carers with £1,000 Donation

A welcome boost for young carers!
We were thrilled to receive a £1,000 donation from the Honourable Company of Gloucestershire Charitable Trust to support our 13 Up Club.

21st July 2025

Three people are standing indoors in front of a colourful wall display. The person in the centre is handing a cheque to the person on the right, while the person on the left stands alongside them.

Rab Ferguson to Visit Bristol Primary Schools for Young Carers Assembly Tour

Award-winning author Rab Ferguson is bringing his energetic Young Carers Assembly Tour to five Bristol primary schools this October—blending storytelling, creativity, and young carer awareness in a fun and unforgettable way.

14th July 2025

A group of children and adults are standing indoors holding copies of books in front of a colourful wall display featuring a multicoloured star-shaped design. The group is gathered for a photo in a school or community setting, with books prominently

Glenfrome Primary School Honoured for Outstanding Young Carer Support

Glenfrome Primary in Eastville is making a big difference for young carers. The school has just been recognised with a Young Carers in Schools Award for its outstanding support.

7th July 2025

Young Carers Action Day 2025: A creative and empowering event at The Station

On Young Carers Action Day 2024, 54 young carers from across Bristol came together at The Station for creative workshops, wellbeing sessions, and direct conversations with decision‑makers — a day built to listen, uplift, and inspire change.

20th April 2025

Illustration of three young people with words describing different parts of their identity, including student, daughter, son, apprentice, gamer and carer, highlighting that young carers have many roles and interests. Provide your feedback on BizChat

Young Carers Action Day 2025 – 'Give Me A Break'

On Young Carers Action Day 2025 (12 March), we’re spotlighting the vital need for rest with the theme “Give Me A Break.” Through art, events, and shared voices, we’re centring the need for respite and celebrating young carers’ strength and creativity.

6th March 2025

Graffiti mural painted on a wall with the words “GIVE ME A BREAK” in large outlined letters.

Young Carers from Bristol and South Gloucestershire join forces with Bath Philharmonia and Ed Davey for festive fundraising song

Young carers from Bristol and South Gloucestershire recently united with Bath Philharmonia and Ed Davey to record a special festive fundraising song. This unique collaboration amplifies their voices, celebrates their resilience, and raises awareness and support for the contributions young carers make every day.

2nd December 2024

Celebrating Young Carers with “The Late Crew”

Our young carers enjoyed a special event centred around the book The Late Crew, exploring caring through creativity and connection. This celebration gave children and young people a chance to reflect, make friends, and feel seen for all they do.

29th November 2024

Celebrating Young Carers with “The Late Crew”

Young Carers look ‘Under the Microscope’ through music and art

Young carers used music and art to express how caring feels — offering fresh insight, connection, and creative release. This project gave them space to be heard, understood, and seen beyond their caring role.

16th September 2024

Young carers and musicians performing together on a stage with string instruments, keyboards and electronic music equipment during the ‘Under the Microscope’ arts project.

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