Refer a young carer

• Young people with caring responsibilities, even if they’ve not been formally identified as a young carer. 
• Aged 13 to 18. We can support young people up to 25 if they have additional needs.  
• Young people who are happy to be referred to Sidekick.

We cannot accept referrals where the young person hasn’t consented or isn’t aware.

We accept referrals from: 

• Parents and carers 
• Other family members 
• Professionals, like teachers, social workers, support workers, etc.  

If you are a young person and you want to refer someone you know, please text 0788 868 059.

It will depend on the young person and what they need. We offer: 

• Emotional support  
• Practical advice around caring role  
• Identifying local young carer services for longer term support  
• Support with making referrals for young carer services 
• Support around managing school issues 
• Discuss plans for their future 
• Support with making phone calls or having conversations they don’t know how to start  
• Techniques around well being 

To make a referral, please complete the referral form.

Make a referral

Make sure you have the consent of the young person. We cannot accept referrals where the young person has not given their consent.