'I didn't know I was a young carer until my late teens — it was my normal'
Jenkin Edwards from Bridgend opened up about being a young carer for his mother.
Jenkin Edwards from Bridgend opened up about being a young carer for his mother.
Young carers are cooking and cleaning, providing emotional support and even helping with their loved ones' personal care, for up to 50 hours a week.
Writing for ITV News, Dan Morris who heads up a support programme for schools, explains why teachers must work to identify and support young carers.