Young Carers Respite and Information Service Programme

About Young Carers Respite and Information Service Programme

Programme aims at supporting young carers at risk of having their education disrupted or of prematurely leaving secondary or vocational education due to their caring role. It is primarily aimed at young carers 18 years and under, although information, referral and advice services are available to young carers up to and including 25 years. Young carer may be main or secondary provider of care.