Welcome to Barking & Dagenham and Thurrock Young Carers

" Young Carers have benefited me in so many ways, socially, emotionally and educationally. This has not only supported my Caring role but allowed me to thrive personally" - Dakota G
"The Young Carers Project has changed everything for me and has given me experiences I wouldn’t have had otherwise" - Josh H-W

At Barking & Dagenham and Thurrock Young Carers we provide advice, information and support for young people who care for someone in their family with a long term illness, disability, mental health condition or drug and alcohol misuse. Whether you care for your mum, dad, brother, sister or grandparent, we are here to provide help & support when you need it.

If you would like to speak with a member of the team please call 0208 593 4422 and request to speak with a member of our Young Carers Team, please state which borough you are calling from to ensure we can deal with your enquiry efficiently.