Friends of Young Carers Swindon
@FOYCSwindon
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Friends of Young Carers Swindon’ (FOYCS) is a charitable trust that helps children & young people between the ages of 5 – 17 to have a break from caring
Swindon
Joined January 2021
The Big Give Christmas Challenge is in full swing. So there’s still time to help double our fundraising target. . That’s right—your generosity will have twice the impact, helping us to fund more activities for young carers in 2025. https://t.co/0hobJZtMVn
#ChristmasChallenge
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We are raising funds to help young people, aged 5-17, have a break from their caring responsibilities and help them …
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Looking forward to catching up with all FOYCS trustees over zoom this evening.
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"Applying for a job was tough at times, especially explaining why I had large gaps in my job history due to my #caring role being so full on and not being able to work - most employers didn’t understand." Bailey on getting a job as a young adult #carer 👇
carers.org
22 year old Bailey cares for their partner Reuben who has Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / M.E and mental health problems.
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The government is proposing changes to the #MentalHealth Act to help put patients at the centre of decisions about their own care. Read the consultation documents and have your say via an online questionnaire. This closes on April 21st 👇 https://t.co/sQOPCHlXKe
#UnpaidCarers
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"It's sometimes difficult when you’re battling your job, school, and your #caring role at home all at the same time. It’s like being pulled into different directions and not finding the space and time for yourself to relax." Read Jennifer's blog 👇 https://t.co/HTO2ufk8mC
carers.org
There are around 7 million carers in the UK. That's one in ten people. Here is a selection of stories from carers sharing their experiences of caring.
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Bursaries like this can make a big difference to young people just beginning their career. Please share this to raise awareness with young people in Swindon, including Young Adult Carers.
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If you're a #YoungCarer or young adult carer and you need some #support, there are lots of organisations that can help you. From financial advice and wellbeing support to getting into work and knowing your #rights, check out where you can get help 👇 https://t.co/lGlgXvdc7j
carers.org
There are lots of organisations that can help you if you are a young carer or young adult carer.
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