Across the UK, children and young people continue to face a range of complicated challenges – with many having to cope with lots of issues at once. BBC Children in Need  fund vital support for children and young people struggling with challenges caused by mental health, poverty, s... Read More

What is a young carer? A young carer is someone under 18 who cares for a friend or family member who cannot cope without their support. A young carer might help with: practical tasks like cooking, housework and shopping physical care, such as helping someone out of bed emotional supp... Read More