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Young Carers
Something on the news about them this morning. I don't want to be judgemental and I have never been in that position but if I were, I would feel so guilty if my 11 year old child was having to care for me and I would try and move heaven and earth to ensure they didn't have to. Some of the adults seem to just accept it and let the child get on with it. Am I wrong? What do others think?
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.i have a dog in this fight: my 11 yo is classified as my young carer i try to ask her for help as little as posible, but it's just not feasible to have someone in my house 24 hrs a day should i need someone to help me get my cardigan on, do my shoe up or open the dishwasher (all of which i can't normally do).
yes it's crapola both for her and for me, and i think the emotions around it are complex on both sides: she often wants to help. I always feel guilty
dave, I think most people who have no experience of providing or needing care thinks the same way you do, so no need to apologise. There should be a better way, but there really isn't for the majority in that situation. Those with the money to pay can choose to but those who are unable to work because of their illness or disability rely on the state monies and it is nowhere near enough to pay for in home care 24/7.