Wales’ annual Young Carers Festival – which hosted a record number of young people this year – has been hailed as ‘life changing’ by a young carer from Wrexham Ffion Scott has cared for mum – who is disabled – since she was four. The 18-year-old, who has attended every festival since 2022, praised […]
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A young carer has heaped praise on the “invaluable” impact of the annual Wales Young Carers’ Festival as the event prepares to host record numbers in its third year. Thomas Ashwell-Lewis has been a young carer for 11 years, supporting his mum to care for his sister who has cerebral palsy. The 17 year old,
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What is a Young Carer? Young Carers are young people who take on significant caring responsibilities for a family member or a loved one who may have a physical or mental illness, a disability, or struggles with substance abuse. These amazing individuals selflessly dedicate their time, energy, and love to support their family members, often
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The Deputy Minister for Social Services, Julie Morgan, has praised the impact of the second Young Carers’ Festival in Wales. Building on the success of the inaugural event last year, this year’s festival has attracted even more young carers for three days of activities, fun and relaxation in Builth Wells. It provides young carers
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