Young Carers

Who is a "Young Carer"?

Young carers are children or young people up to 25 years of age, who help care in families where someone has an illness, a disability, a mental health issue or who has an alcohol/drug problem.

If you are a young carer you may help care for a parent, a sibling, a child or a grandparent, or even other relatives or a friend

You might help out with cleaning or cooking, getting a relative or a friend about the house, helping with medicines, keeping them safe, showering or dressing them or just watching out to make sure they are okay

A series of 4 videos produced by Merri Health
Young Carers - For Families
Young Carers - For Professionals
Young Carers - For Children
Young Carers - Mum and Me

Information for Children about BPD

BPD for kids The Australian BPD Foundation in collaboration with Rose Cuff, parents and staff from The Bouverie Centre have developed a information booklet for children which may be downloaded here

Children's Books related to BPD and mental illness

COPMI (Children of Parents with a Mental Illness)

.. a comprehensive website offering information for young people, parents & families and professionals about mental illness. Includes a number of books to read to young children to help explain mental illness.

Kookaburra Kids

The Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation supports kids living in families affected by mental illness. The program provides recreational, educational camps and other activities, giving kids a break, in a fun, positive and safe environment. Kids have the opportunity to meet other kids in similar families and develop new friendships.