There are approximately 1 million young carers in the UK. These young people (aged <25 years) are providing support to loved ones who have physical and mental health conditions, addictions and disabilities. Despite the UK leading the way internationally in terms of recognition and support for young carers, many of these young people remain “hidden in plain sight” – invisible to services and insufficiently supported.
In a project funded by the Nuffield Foundation, and in close partnership with the Carers Trust, – ‘The long-term effects of being a young carer’ – we have been examining the inequalities that young carers face in many aspects of their lives. These include mental health and wellbeing, education, relationships and moving into work. The project uses the UK’s fantastic longitudinal population surveys alongside young carer involvement work to paint a picture of the lives of young carers in the UK.
In this seminar, Becca will present the project findings so far and their plans for the final year of the project.
Presented by:
Becca Lacey (City St George's, University of London)
Date & time:
December 2, 2026 12:30 pm - December 2, 2026 1:30 pm
Venue:
SSRC416 (2N2.4.16)
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