So, whether you’re a young carer, a young adult carer, or someone who supports them, this is your go-to place for everything you need to know to help give young carers a break this Young Carers Action Day – and beyond!
Our brand-new research for Young Carers Action Day 2025 has been released, shedding light on the vital need for breaks among young carers. The findings are eye-opening: over half of young carers can’t access the breaks they need, and almost one in four say no one else can provide the care they do.
Find out more in our Young Carers Action Day 2025 survey
Help us make young carers’ lives better and join their call to ‘give us a break!’
Across England, Scotland, and Wales, young carers’ services are running activities to mark the day.
If you're a young carer or young adult carer, this is your chance to take part, have fun, connect with others who understand your experience, and send a message to politicians.
We’re encouraging organisations and services working with young carers to invite their local MP, MSP, or MS to their Young Carers Action Day events. It’s a great opportunity for decision-makers to hear directly from young carers about the support they need.
Get your local MP/MSP/MS to show their support for young carers by signing the Young Carers Covenant
One of the best things you can do to help make young carers’ lives better and give them a break is to get as many people as possible to sign The Young Carers Covenant. Any person or organisation in a position to help young carers can sign the Covenant.
It’s a great way for MPs, MSPs and Members of the Senedd to show their commitment to improving young carers’ lives.
Find out more about the Young Carers Covenant and ask your MP/MSP/MS to sign the Covenant.
If you’re meeting your local politician, here are some other things you can ask them to do that will help young carers get the break they need:
- Will you take a break from your schedule to meet young carers and hear their challenges firsthand?
- How will you raise awareness of young carers in your local area?
- Will you commit to pushing for better identification and support for young carers in Parliament?
Get involved in Young Carers Action Day 2025
If you are a young carer or young adult carer, there are many ways to take part in Young Carers Action Day and make your voice heard. If you're a professional, here's how you can help support young carers this year's Young Carers Action Day.
Find out how to get involved today.
Donate to help us support young carers
Your donation will make a real difference for young carers. It means we can give young carers of all ages much more support, including giving them a much-needed break.
Your donation, no matter how big or small, helps change lives.
Young Carers Share Why They Need a Break
Hear from young carers about the importance of a break — sharing powerful stories about what a break means to them and what the government can do to help young carers get the support they need.
Breaks in Scotland and Wales
Hear from young carers at the Scottish Young Carers Festival and Short Breaks Scheme in Wales
What the Government can do better
Young carers on how support can be improved to help them to get a break
Thomas' story
At just 11, his maturity is beyond his years
Support in the workplace
Young adult carer Laura shares her experience at WTW
How young carers can be supported in school
Find out the young carers' insights
Young carers share their stories and experiences for Young Carers Action Day 2025
Young carers from across the UK have shared their powerful stories and creative ideas around the theme 'Give Me A Break' for Young Carers Action Day 2025.
From their best breaks to their dream getaways, these personal accounts highlight the importance of time away from caring, and how vital breaks are to their well-being.
Discover their stories and learn how better support can make all the difference.
