One in eight of the population in the UK is a family or unpaid Carer. Over a million of those Carers care for more than 50 hours a week – which is equivalent to the number of staff employed by the NHS. The NHS benefits greatly from the contribution made by these Carers, as they help the NHS understand the needs of the person they care for as well as providing vital care in the home that many patients rely on.

Young Carers in Schools is a free initiative that makes it as easy as possible for schools to support young Carers, and awards good practice. See the Carers Trust/Children’s Society information:

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