There are lots of external organisations that provide support advice and guidance for students with caring responsibilities (Young Adult Carer). We have highlighted a few of these below.
UCAS have a hub of resources on their website with information on the process of getting financial assistance, finding suitable accommodation, and understanding the type of support you may be able to access to succeed at university.
Carers Trust
Carers Trust works to transform the lives of unpaid carers. It partners with its network of local carer organisations to provide funding and support, deliver innovative and evidence-based programmes and raise awareness and influence policy. Carers Trust’s vision is that unpaid carers are heard and valued, with access to support, advice and resources to enable them to live fulfilled lives.
Carers Centre
The Bath Carers Centre provide trusted information, advice and support to anyone looking after their loved ones in Bath and North East Somerset.
They enable people to improve their health and wellbeing by connecting them to others, and by helping them to take control of their caring role. They strive to work with the wider community to improve recognition and support for unpaid carers.
Carers UK
Carers UK provide information, advice and support for your wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for support with benefits, practical help in your caring role, or support in the workplace, their help and advice pages offer detailed guidance.
Carers Assessment
If you care for someone, you can have an assessment to see what might help make your life easier. This is called a carer's assessment which is free of charge. Visit Carers Assessment for more information on what support is available.
Hope Support offers online support for students with a close family member who has a serious illness. Among other things, they can offer advice on leaving home, living away, dealing with responsibilities, home visits and staying positive. Hope also offers fortnightly chat sessions for university students through their online service. This can be a good way to meet other students who are experiencing similar emotions to yourself.
Which? Elderly care offers independent and practical advice for people who are caring for elderly parents or other relatives.