Dedicated to supporting young carers
and
young people affected by drug/alcohol issues in their family.

A young carer is a child or young person who provides substantial unpaid care for a relative who has disabilities,
long-term physical illnesses, mental health difficulties and/or drug or alcohol issues.

We believe it’s the right of every young carer to be recognised in their role and have the same
opportunities as other children and young people of a similar age.

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HELP FOR FAMILIES

“Knowing that someone really cares about you and is there to make things better for you is one of the best feelings.”
Young carer

“You guys really do go the extra mile to give families like us the faith we need to keep going.”
Parent of a young carer

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Caring for yourself over the holidays

SYC is closed from 23rd December and will reopen on 2nd January.

We hope you have a lovely festive break but know that this time of year can be hard. If you need any support while we are closed, here are some organisations that can help.

Family Project's Winter Newsletter 2024

The winter holidays are almost here, so SYC’s Family Project have produced a winter newsletter packed full of ideas and information to make sure everybody has a happy holiday.…

Family Project's Autumn Newsletter 2024

With half-term on the horizon, SYC’s Family Project have produced an Autumn newsletter, packed full of ideas and information to make sure everybody has a brilliant break…

We're hiring! Young People's One-to-One Worker. Closing date 7th November 2024

Young People’s One-to-One Worker (Full time)

We have a vacancy for highly motivated young people’s one-to-one worker to work directly with young people aged 8-25, delivering one-to-one support.

Join us to celebrate 27 years of Sheffield Young Carers!

That’s right, we’re 27 years old! Come join us in celebrating the lifelong changes Sheffield Young Carers has made in our city and beyond.

Fantastic HoodieHut provide SYC's Action Group with hoodies

Thanks to the wonderful folks over at HoodieHut, our Action Group have been kitted out with these stunning hoodies to wear when they’re out and about doing what they do best!

Family Project's Summer Newsletter 2024

Now that the Summer holidays are in full-swing, SYC’s Family Project have produced their annual newsletter, packed full of ideas and information to make sure everybody has a brilliant Summer!

Carers Week 2024 Round-Up

Last week was Carers Week! Join us in taking a look back at everything we got up to at SYC to celebrate Carers Week and put carers on the map

5 simple actions you could take for Carers Week 2024!

Carers Week is one of the most important carer awareness-raising campaigns in the calendar. This year's theme for Carers Week is 'Putting Carers on the Map'.

We've signed the Young Carers Covenant… Will you?

We’ve signed the Young Carers Covenant for Carers Week 2024. Take a look at what we are committing to, and how you can sign up too!

On Tuesday 11th March, alongside @SheffieldCarers and @SheffieldLSCP, we will be delivering training on understanding young carers and adult carers needs.

You can sign-up for the workshop here: https://t.co/y7GlcnrfIR pic.twitter.com/YkegVoU6rC
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 24, 2025

Being able to offer transport to young people, like George, can be the difference between accessing our vital support, or not accessing our service.

However, the cost of providing taxis last year alone cost SYC over £7,000 😯

Support our campaign here: https://t.co/TNOwWacuNz pic.twitter.com/CUGvcuUhBi
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 21, 2025

Today is love your pet day, so we couldn't not give a huge shoutout to the amazing @PetsAsTherapyUK, who are always a hit when they come to our group sessions 🐶

The picture below shows just how much their visits are enjoyed by our young people 📸#LoveYourPetDay pic.twitter.com/vPtEIu46Gp
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 20, 2025

Some young people mid-way through putting their masterpieces together at one of our recent 8-12 year old groups 📸

Do you think that you, or somebody you know is a young carer? Find out more about making a referral to SYC here: https://t.co/mAwxEiL3H7 pic.twitter.com/LFzQV3meYd
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 20, 2025

Earlier on today, we held our annual Strategic Planning event for staff, young people, families & Trustees come together to look at what actions SYC can take in 2025-26 to meet our strategic vision.

Here's what our Action Group would prioritise going forwards into 2025-26 👇 pic.twitter.com/4Ep0E1mtdy
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 18, 2025

Could you help #YoungCarers & families that we work with access our vital support?

Transport for young people and families cost SYC roughly £15,000 in 2024 💰

By donating today, young people & families will be able to continue to access our support:https://t.co/jiBlnxfelI pic.twitter.com/f7cbyV8aEe
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 17, 2025

With the half-term holiday upon us, @MoneySavingCen have put together this really useful list of places where kids can eat for free/heavily discounted if you are out and about during the break 🍽️

Find out more here: https://t.co/S5g40shO83 pic.twitter.com/sB4P4LXpVP
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 14, 2025

Last week, our 12-16 year old group went to play laser tag during their weekly session 😁

Could you support SYC and help make fun activities like laser tag possible for young people we work with?

See more about supporting our work here: https://t.co/HfAajFBzkQ pic.twitter.com/rYHIQUIluU
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 18, 2025

Do you want the government to hear your voice? 👂

By taking a few minutes to complete this @CarersTrust survey on understanding the challenges that #YoungCarers face, your voice will be part of the response that Carers Trust will take to the government.

Survey link in post 👇 https://t.co/aHhk8Q7eDi
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 14, 2025

Taxis alone cost SYC £275 per month for our weekly group sessions in 2024. However, without this huge cost, many young people wouldn't be able to benefit from our service 💙

That’s why we need your support today: https://t.co/TNOwWacuNz pic.twitter.com/YhfuXHvbVB
— Sheffield Young Carers (@SheffYoungC) February 13, 2025

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Dedicated to supporting young carers andyoung people affected by drug/alcohol issues in their family.

“Knowing that someone really cares about you and is there to make things better for you is one of the best feelings.”

Young carer

“You guys really do go the extra mile to give families like us the faith we need to keep going.”

Parent of a young carer

Follow Sheffield Young Carers on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook

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Dedicated to supporting young carers
and
young people affected by drug/alcohol issues in their family.