Young Carers Support

 

Young Carers Support – Maricourt High School
You Are Not Alone

 

At Maricourt Catholic High School, we understand that some students help care for family members at home. If this sounds like you, support is available.

What Is a Young Carer?

A Young Carer is someone aged 8–19 who helps care for a family member due to:

  • Physical illness
  • Mental health difficulties
  • Disability
  • Drug or alcohol dependency

The person you care for may be:

  • A parent
  • Brother or sister
  • Grandparent
  • Another relative living in your home

You do not need to provide full-time or “hands-on” care to be recognised as a Young Carer. Emotional support, helping around the house, or the impact of a family member’s illness can also affect your wellbeing and daily life.

Register at School as a Young Carer

If you help look after someone at home, don’t miss out on support.

Our Wellbeing Team is here to listen, support and guide you.

Speak to:
Mrs Turner
Miss Corkery
Mrs McCarthy

Available in the Well Being Hub

Email: maricourt@maricourt.net

How We Can Help

As a Young Carer, school support may include:

  • A safe space to talk
  • Emotional wellbeing support
  • Help balancing school and caring responsibilities
  • Guidance to external support services
  • Someone to listen when things feel difficult
External Support Services
Local Young Carer Services
Knowsley Carers Centre

Barnardo's Action with Young Carers Liverpool

Sefton Carers Centre

St Helens Young Carers Centre

  • Phone: 01744 677279
Young Adult Carers Contact
Barnardo's


Contact: Jamie McGiveron
📧 jamie.mcgiveron@barnardos.org.uk
📱 07548 846515

National Support Organisations

You can also speak with your local GP for advice and support.

Together for Carers

Supporting young carers means ensuring every student feels seen, supported and able to succeed both in and out of school.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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