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Young Carers Council

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Devon Young Carers LogoAn active group where young carers can have their voices heard. We welcome feedback about Devon Carers and the services we offer as well as enabling young carers to have their say about other services they may encounter as young people in Devon.

For more information e: [email protected]

Published: 17th February, 2020

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MS Society

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MS SocietyInformation and advice relating to caring for someone with Multiple Sclerosis. Also access to books/leaflets which help young children to understand MS.  

Find out more about the MS Society.

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Brain Tumour Support

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Brain Tumour Support LogoBrain Tumour Support is dedicated to providing support for patients, families and carers so no one feels alone facing the effects of a brain tumour diagnosis. They provide individualised and specialist information, guidance and emotional support, at any point from diagnosis and for as long as it is needed.  

Find out more about Brain Tumour Support

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 25th February, 2020

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NACOA

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NACOA LogoThe National Association for the Children of Alcoholics provides support for those caring for someone with an addiction to alcohol.  

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Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Haven

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Open Door LogoSupport for young people, improving mental wellbeing, alleviating social isolation, safe environment to discuss feelings and emotions. Please talk to your Young Carers Worker if you would like to attend the Open Door Exmouth Group.  

Find out more about Haven

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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NHS

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NHS LogoInformation about your rights as a young carer on the NHS website. 

Find out more about young carers rights

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Balloons

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Balloons LogoWorking with pre- and post-bereaved children, young people and their families in Exeter, Mid and East Devon, Balloons (Bereavement And Loss LOoking ONwards) provides services for young people who have been bereaved and advice for parents and professionals at the pre-bereavement stage.

Find out more about Balloons charity

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Young Minds

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Young Minds LogoOffering support for children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing, Young Minds are one of the UK’s leading charities fighting for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges. 

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Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Open Minds Devon

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Open Minds LogoOpen Minds Devon is an early intervention service supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and adults. 

Find out more about Open Minds Devon

Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Sibs

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SIBS LogoSibs exists to support people who grow up with or have grown up with a disabled brother or sister. It is the only UK charity representing the needs of over half a million young siblings and over one and a half million adult siblings. 

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Published: 17th February, 2020

Updated: 18th February, 2020

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Carers Trust

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Carers Trust LogoCarers Trust provides information and links to support you if you are a young carer or a young adult carer. 

Find out more about Carers Trust

Download a guide by the Carers Trust to your rights as a young carer.

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    Rate of pay: £6,760 pro rata (£25,012 FTE per annum)
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