Young Adult Carers (YACs)
Support for 18-25 Year Olds.
There are thousands of young adult carers across the UK—and you’re not alone.
Whatever your situation looks like, there’s support out there to help you balance caring for someone with looking after yourself, right now and for what’s ahead.
Register for support
Are you helping to care for someone at home? If you're 18–25, register below and we'll get in touch to chat about support that’s made for you—whether it’s someone to talk to, a break, or just making life a bit easier.
Register nowWho Are Young Adult Carers?
Young Adult Carers (YACs) are people aged 18-25 who provide care and support to a family member, friend, or partner due to disability, illness, mental health needs, or addiction. Balancing caring responsibilities with education, work, and personal life can be challenging, and you may not always recognise yourself as a carer.
Why This Support Matters
As a young adult carer, you may face unique challenges, including:
Managing studies, work, and caring duties.
Feeling isolated or overwhelmed.
Navigating financial pressures and accessing the right benefits.
Finding time for self-care and social life.
This section is here to help. Whether you need practical support, financial guidance, mental health resources, or simply a space to connect with others in a similar situation, you’ll find everything you need right here.
Our guides
Support for YACs
Local and national services designed to help you.
YAC Peer Group
Connect with others and find a community.
Health and wellbeing
Advice on looking after yourself.
Education and employment
Balancing your caring responsibilities with work and education commitments can be challenging.
Financial and legal support
Information on your rights and available financial help.
Get Involved
Opportunities to shape services for young adult carers.
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Need help now?
If you need immediate support, you may find these support services helpful:
- Samaritans Confidential support for when you need someone to listen to how you feel. Available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call free on 116 123.
- Emergency Services. Contact emergency services if you or someone you know is at immediate risk, or if a criminal act has been committed. Call free on 999.
CarersLine
CarersLine is a confidential phone and email information and support service for carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire for you to ask questions or talk about any concerns about your caring role.
0117 965 2200
Mon to Fri: 10 am – 1 pm
Mon to Thurs: 2 pm – 4 pm
(Closed on Bank Holidays)
carersline@carersbsg.org.uk
Need help now?
If you need immediate support, you may find these support services helpful:
Samaritans Confidential support for when you need someone to listen to how you feel. Available 24/7, 365 days a year. Call free on 116 123.
Emergency Services. Contact emergency services if you or someone you know is at immediate risk, or if a criminal act has been committed. Call free on 999.