Young Carers and Hidden Harm Service

Descriptions

The proposed service would contribute to the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people aged 8-18, and support transition to adult services up to 25, by providing a combination of individual and group support, advocacy and respite activities. It reduces inequalities and promotes inclusion by improving the identification of young carers and children and young people affected by familial substance misuse, supporting them to improve emotional wellbeing and mental health, engagement and attainment at school and outcomes throughout the life course.The proposal is to re-commission a Young Carer's Service with support for children and young people affected by substance misuse in the household, by merging the contracts and form one service to build efficiencies and mitigate against a 2,6 % annual reduction to the public health grant contribution. It is proposed that the contract is for 2 years and 9 months with break clauses after Year 1 and 2.