Funding help for young carers
Young carer’s personal budget
If you are under 18 and you help take care of an adult, you might be able to get some money called a personal budget.
This is a one-time payment to help you buy something that makes caring easier for you.
It could help you get:
- school supplies or things for learning
- fun or relaxing activities when you need a break
- things to help you stay healthy and active
You can ask East Sussex Young Carers for more information and to see what help you can get.
Whole Family Budget
Sometimes, families need extra financial help.
The Whole Family Budget gives money once, or for a short time, to help:
- adults who care for someone and also take care of children, especially if they have problems with their health or alcohol/drug use
- families who have a disabled child and need extra help to look after all their children
To see if your family can get this help, contact the Whole Family Budget team. They can tell you how to apply.