Hull has support for both young carers and the adults or families around them. The main help includes an assessment of needs, tailored support, advice, and practical help to connect you with local services.
| Support available | What Hull says it includes | How to access |
|---|---|---|
| Young Carers assessment | An assessment focused on the child or young person’s needs, including how caring affects wellbeing, education and development | Offered where it appears a child is involved in providing care |
| Hull Young Carers Project | Tailored one-to-one support, information, advice, guidance, advocacy from a trusted adult/youth worker, peer support, and help accessing local activities | Email theyoungcarersproject@hullcc.gov.uk or make a referral for early help support |
| Breaks from caring | Opportunities to spend time with other young carers, share experiences, have fun and build peer networks | Through the Hull Young Carers Project |
| Community activities | Support to access peer support groups, youth centres, health centres and holiday activities | Through the Hull Young Carers Project |
| Young Carers Wellbeing Grant | A grant to support young carers’ wellbeing, worth £300 once every 12 months for successful applicants | Use the guidance and application form |
| Help with applications for the grant | Support with applying, including from a professional who understands the young carer’s role | Email youngcarersgrants@hullcc.gov.uk if the young person doesn’t have a supporting professional |
| Advice from Citizens Advice | Independent advice and support for young carers, including community care help | Hull lists Citizens Advice support for young carers |
Hull also says young carers should have access to advice and support, because caring can affect mental and physical health, school or college, social life and future ambitions. If you’re looking for the practical route in, the Young Carers Project is the best starting point.