Young carers and their families - Saul Becker

Young carers and children and young people who provide care for an ill or disabled parent or relative in the community, usually within their own home. They perform many of the same domestic, caring and other duties as adult carers, but often without the recognition and support which many adult carers receive. This is the first comprehensive text on young carers and their families. It examines how young carers are perceived, their varied situations, their rights and needs, and uses case studies to illustrate the dynamics of experiences and relationships. It discusses the effects of caring on the child
s health and psychosocial development. It considers the policy and legal context for young carers and their families. In particular, the book considers the role and responsibilities of welfare professionals and organizations, offering guidance on how to implement policy to offer the best support. The experiences of young carers in other countries are also considered.
Key features:
A topical book for all involved in child and family welfare
Case studies highlight the dynamics of experiences and relationships
Promotes improvement of policy and practice
Authors founded internationally renowned Young Carers Research Group
This is a valuable book for all student and practicing social workers and community care workers and those involved in service planning and provision. It is essential reading for teachers and for students studying heath and social care, social policy, sociology and nursing.