"Our Short Break grant went towards flights for a holiday abroad. It gave us a chance to take a break in a place we had dreamed about visiting. It helped our mental health and having that short period of time to recharge has enabled us to be in a more positive mindset going forward. We spend so much of our time caring, not only directly, but all the other aspects that take planning or organising, so getting time to switch off slightly from that and enjoy a break has meant that we came back feeling refreshed both mentally and physically. It is extremely difficult to put into words exactly what this grant did and just how much it benefitted our whole family. The only thing I can say is 'Thank You' and that we are all truly grateful."

~ Carer who was awarded a Time for Me Short Break grant

Shetland Carers

Young Carers Action Day 2022

Young Carers Action Day is an annual event, led and organised by Carers Trust. The day aims to raise awareness of the pressures experienced by young carers. This years theme is 'Taking Action on Isolation'.

Check out our displays in various locations around mainland of Shetland, for our Young Carers to access information. You will find them at the Shetland College, Fisheries College, Bridges, Mareel and AHS.

We have a couple of activities for our Young Carers and Young Adult Carers groups on Wed 16th and Thurs 17th March. For more info or to contact our Young Carers Support Worker.

Contact Laura Mackenzie

laura.mackenzie@shetland.org

01595 74308 07766679583

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