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Am I A Young Carer?
If you’re not too sure whether you (or someone you know) might be a Young Carer, a great place to start is this quiz! While we acknowledge that every caring role is different, and that not all Young Carers feel that they need to access support, we’re also incredibly passionate about raising awareness, promoting inclusivity and advocating for young people in caring roles!
Take the quizIt’s likely you’re a Young Carer!
A Young Carer is someone under the age of 25 who provides, or intends to provide care for a family member with a disability, illness, mental illness or an addiction – and your answers suggest that’s you!
Being a Young Carer can be awesome! Young Carers learn compassion, maturity, kindness and empathy from having a caring role, and often develop an incredible bond with the family member they’re supporting. But being a Young Carer can also have an impact on education, social life, employment and mental and physical health. That’s something we’re passionate about changing.
If you’d like to chat to us further about being a Young Carer, or the kind of support we can provide, then give us a call on 1800 717 515. You can also check out our range of support programs on offer here.
Otherwise, you can apply for support with us straight away, and we’ll be in touch!
You’re probably not a Young Carer.
A Young Carer is someone under the age of 25 who provides, or intends to provide care for a family member with a disability, illness, mental illness or an addiction. Your answers didn’t seem to match up with this definition.
But fear not! We know that every caring role is different, and this quiz may not always be right! So, if you’d like to chat to us further and assess whether we can support you, then give us a call on 1800 717 515.
We encourage you to read more about Young Carers here: Expert Guide and maybe even apply for some volunteering positions with us!
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We welcome everyone to Little Dreamers through a range of tailored opportunities. If you're passionate about helping young people reach their full potential, then we'll get along!
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"Fantastic - Life changing for Young Carers to be acknowledged & supported in their role. For our daughter, it helps bridge the gap of what we can’t do with her due to our younger children’s extra needs with their disabilities. More people need to know they can access wonderful services like this."
"Nathaniel had an absolute fantastic Dream Experience, it was great just watching it be all about him, because he deserves so much, he never ask for anything..... so thank you very much for blessing him with this opportunity the smile didn't leave his face all day and it meant the world to us. "
"We worked really hard to ensure that Ethan knew that his Dream Experience was due to the incredible hard work Ethan undertakes on a daily basis as a young carer. The experience was absolutely unbelievable and Ethan felt validated, appreciated and exceptionally special. He loved every second of it."
"The program made my child feel like he was important too. He was overwhelmed and couldn't believe how lucky he was to be given this opportunity. Little Dreamers is a wonderful organisation, they made my son feel so special and made his little dream come true. I can't thank them enough. "
"Sam had reached the point where he felt that his own dreams were fast getting out of his reach because of the sacrifices he has had to make for his family and the sacrifices his family have had to make as a whole. Little Dreamers helped him no longer feel that it is impossible to reach for his dream."
"What a fantastic organisation, we were so lucky to have the kids involved for two days of your School Holiday Program in Melbourne. Everyone was so great interacting with all the children, catering to different ages an needs. Kudos to all involved. You fill a much needed area that is often overlooked."
"We just got home from the most amazing three days, our first family holiday! Maggie had the best time ever! We really don't know how to thank you, we will remember this for the rest of our lives. We are so grateful and appreciate it all so much. Little Dreamers made Maggie's dream come true and more. "
"Thank you so much for everything you have done for our family. We have found two amazing mentors for our children through your charity. Both of our children had amazing Dreams Experiences that have changed them forever, they will never ever forget your kindness. We can’t thank you enough. "
The Young Carer Wellbeing Hub is coming soon!
Our brand-new wellbeing hub for Young Carers in VIC is on its way. Want to stay in the loop? Expressions of interest are now open! Sign up with your email address over on our website to receive updates and be the first to know when bookings open.
Find out more and register your interest now at www.ycwh.org.au or by following the link in our bio. 🚀
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Hub!
As we wrap up another epic year, Little Dreamers board and staff want to take a moment to thank you all for your continued support, wish you a safe and happy holiday period, and a fantastic start to 2025!
Please note that our offices will be closed from December 24, 2024 and reopening on January 6, 2025, while our team enjoys a relaxing break. ✨
Thank you again for being part of our journey and helping us provide invaluable support to Young Carers across Australia. See you in the new year!
Give the gift of wellbeing this holiday season! 🎁 There`s just two days left to donate to our campaign to fund the setup of the Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub). Your donation will help provide our community with a much-needed space for Young Carers to focus on their wellbeing. From therapy tools to comfy furniture, every donation, even a small one, helps this vision become a reality. Give today and make a lasting impact at bit.ly/holiday-wish-list or via the link in our bio.
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Double your impact 📣 Thanks to the incredible support of the Besen Family Foundation, all donations towards bringing our Young Carer Wellbeing Hub to life will be matched for the next 24 hours!
Did you know that two out of three Young Carers face mental health challenges? In early 2025, we’re opening the Hub for Young Carers to receive much-needed programs and mental health services. We need your help to make this vision a reality!
You don’t have to donate a large sum to make a difference. A small financial contribution towards the items on our Holiday Wish List can significantly impact the lives of the young people who walk through the doors of our new Hub, and will be doubled if you donate within the next 24 hours! Every donation helps us get one step closer to launching this vital resource for our community.
Donate today at the link in our bio! 💖
As Year 12 results start rolling out today, we want to take a moment to celebrate our incredible Young Carers, not just for their grades but for the resilience, strength, and determination you’ve shown throughout your schooling.
We know juggling the responsibilities of being a Young Carer with study is no small feat, and we couldn’t be prouder of everything you’ve achieved. 💟
Remember: Your ATAR does not define you. Your worth is not measured by a number but by the amazing person you are, the lives you’ve touched, and the bright future ahead.
Whatever the next steps may look like for you – we’re cheering you on every step of the way.
If you’re feeling uncertain about your results or what comes next, know you’re not alone. Reach out to us or someone you trust – we’re here to support you.
Here’s to taking a few moments today to celebrate all your hard work and the exciting opportunities that await! 🎉
You can help create a wellbeing space for Young Carers! As we work towards launching our Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub) in 2025, we`re looking for donations to help us create a space for these young people to access therapy and support.
If you are able to cover the cost of an item on our Holiday Wish List, you’ll allow us to focus on what matters most - providing much-needed therapeutic services to the Young Carers who will benefit from the Hub’s support. From couches to therapy tools, you’ll help make this space feel comfortable and welcoming.
Together, we can create an environment where Young Carers can feel supported on their wellbeing journey. 🛋️💚 Check out our Holiday Wish List and donate today via the link in our bio.
#YCWHub