Commissioned service offering assessments and support to young carers across Lancashire to reduce the impact of their caring role. Page managed: Mon- Fri: 9-5.
Lancashire, England
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Young carers have the right to an assessment of their needs. If you are a young carer or think you might know a young carer in Lancashire, find out more about what we do, our referral from, contact details & YCARE educational resources using the QR code: #carersrightsday2022 #LYC
Huge thanks to the Egan Rogers Academy for visiting Lancashire Young Carers! 💚 The Irish dancers wowed us with a fab performance, then taught YCs some steps! Lots of fun, music & laughter—plus a lovely lunch from Reni & Dave! 🍽️
@lycservice @lancashirecc @barnardos_uk
Lancashire Young Carers retweeted
Many young carers aren’t getting the support they need at school.
Without it, they risk falling behind in education and facing barriers in their careers.
Every young carer deserves the chance to reach their full potential #CarersWeek
Find out more 👉 carers.org/carersweek
“Be open and honest because there is support out there for you. It might be hard at the time but it won’t always be like that”
Chorley Council are excited to share the launch of a new Youth Voice Survey for young people aged 12 and over in Chorley.
All young people who take part will be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 One4All voucher- scan the QR code to take part.
Today, project worker Rachel is feeling snazzy delivering her 1:1 sessions in these soundproof meeting pods at Worden Academy. 5 private pods, all different sizes to suit different needs!
Yesterday we attended the Rhydding Methodist Church Family First Event and Food Bank Oswaldtwistle which is going to be held monthly
The photography group made a start on 2026 calendar. This year's theme is Lancashire Landmarks and the young people enjoyed taking photos in Lytham, followed by a visit to McDonald's. If anyone would like to join the photography group please speak to your project worker 😀
Today we're at Preston County Hall at their World Social Workers Event. There are lots of social workers in attendance and other services here sharing what support is available to families in the area.
Denise attended a Young Carers Breakfast yesterday at Albany Academy Chorley. There were 12 young carers present, they discussed their education and support as a young carer and they were told about our service and given the opportunity to ask any questions they had.
Barnardo’s Lancashire Young Carers took a couple of young carers who do not feel comfortable in large groups to watch the film Dogman at Wigan Omniplex Cinema this week. They thought the film was great and afterwards went to McDonalds where they chatted and got to know each other
@LYCservice took part in First Aid training this week during their half term break. It was delivered by Andrea at Mini First Aid and she did a fantastic job of keeping everyone engaged throughout.
Our wonderful Denise is at Marine Hall today at a Careers Fair for year 11 students. There are 100's of young people attending so she is there to raise awareness of young carers and to talk to young people and teachers about the support we can offer!
Today we were at Car Hill High School for one of our best awareness events ever!! As part of their Children's mental health week event we were raising awareness directly to young people about issues young carers might be facing whilst in school.
Lancashire Young Carers retweeted
Inside Out 2 shows us how emotions all play a part in our inner world. They might feel overwhelming at times, but understanding the unique purpose of each emotion helps us to grow and develop our emotional landscape.
✨ Remember, it’s okay to experience a mix of emotions—it’s part of what makes us who we are.
🔄 Which emotion do you connect with the most? Let us know in the comments!
#InsideOut2 #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KnowYourselfGrowYourself
Do you work in education, health care,social care or with young people? We offer presentations for team meetings to make sure your workplace is ‘young carer aware’. We also offer assemblies for schools, colleges and universities. Email us at [email protected]
Are you a young adult carer (18+)?
Carers Trust Webinar: City and Guilds Bursary / Local Community Skills Fund on 05.02 at 12.00pm,
To sign up and access the recording, please sign up here: forms.office.com/e/v20d9Kkzi…
Any questions, please email Daisy Falconer: [email protected]
