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The pack was designed to inform discussions with the North Wales Children’s Regional Partnership Board about working together to improve the support available across the region. It was first published in October 2022.
Key information from the Population Needs Assessment
- Young carers are at higher risk of mental health and wellbeing issues. 40% of young carers and 59% of young adult carers said their mental health is worse since the pandemic (Carers Trust, 2020).
- There are a number of factors for young carers that mean safeguarding issues can arise. Young carers are often difficult to identify, and this can mean their needs only come to light when there is a crisis. The extent of the child’s caring role and the impact that it has on their own development can be a safeguarding concern in itself, which is why it is vital that services quickly recognise and fully assess their needs to ensure the right support is in place at the right time.
- Young carers need more advocacy support so that their voices can be heard.
- In March 2021, all 6 councils, BCUHB and young carers commissioned providers launched the North Wales Young Carers ID Card as a collaborative initiative, ensuring young carers receive the same support from professionals across North Wales. However, there is still a need for more awareness and identification.
- Young carers need more respite care.
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Related pages
Blog post about the ‘focus on…’ session
North Wales Population Needs Assessment
Children’s Regional Partnership Board
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North Wales Regional Innovation Coordination Hub
Email: nwrich@denbighshire.gov.uk
Phone: 01824 712432
Contact us
North Wales Regional Innovation Coordination Hub
Email: nwrich@denbighshire.gov.uk
Phone: 01824 712432