Who cares for the carer? Exploring the role of advocacy in supporting young carers: Young Carers

Geraldine Brown, Nathan Kerrigan

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    Abstract

    In this report we present key findings
    from a study of Sandwell Advocacy’s
    Young Carers service.

    The report firstly outlines the background and context to the study, paying heed to what is meant by Advocacy.
    The report details the approach to the study, including the methodology and
    an overview of the participants and data collected.
    The main body of the report centres on the following key areas: -
    Section 1:
    Key Findings: Analysis of Sandwell monitoring data
    Section 2:
    Understanding need and experiences of Young Carers Advocacy
    Section 3:
    Final Reflections
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationCoventry
    PublisherCoventry University
    Number of pages33
    Publication statusPublished - Feb 2018

    Keywords

    • Young Careers, Voluntary sector, health, well-being, education, support

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