Young Carer Stories
While their peers focus on school, friends, and hobbies, Young Carers often juggle these with the demands of their caring role—carrying a lot on their young shoulders.
Below are some personal stories from Young Carers, offering a glimpse into the varied experiences of their caring role.
Tom
Tom shares a day in his life of being a young carer and things that he does for his brother.
Macy And Kira
Macy and Kira are young carers for their little brother. They say, "It’s the best job in the world!"
Anna
Anna is a Young Carer for her brother, and she talks about everything she does to take care of her brother.
Carers SA support services help Young Carers to balance their caring with other parts of their lives, like school, friends, and fun activities.