Free access to leisure in Lewisham
Young carers are entitled to a Lewisham Leisure One card for more information contact Carers Lewisham 020 8699 8686.
Young Carers Project
Tel: 020 8699 8686
Freephone for young carers: 08000 198 841
Text: 07906 368 143
Email: youngcarers@carerslewisham.org.uk
Website: www.carerslewisham.org.uk select Young Carers link
The Young Carers Project supports over 200 children and young people who have caring responsibilities. Services include:
- information and advice
- advocacy with schools and social services
- referrals to other helpful agencies
- activities, trips and short breaks away
- occasional sitting service
- counselling
- leaflet and newsletter
- Saturday clubs.
Young Carers Schools Development Project
Tel: 020 8699 8686
This project is based at Carers Lewisham and offers support to young carers in a number of primary and secondary Lewisham schools.
Young Carers Social Worker
Tel: 020 8314 3753
This post is based in the Children and Young People’s Directorate. Contact for information about services and to discuss whether a young carer needs a Children in Need assessment.
Building Bridges Project – Family Welfare Association
Tel: 020 8690 3636
This organisation offers the following support for families with mental health issues:
- activities including summer activities for young carers
- practical help in the home enabling young carers to take a break
- counselling, support groups and Women’s drop-in.
Connexions
Tel: 020 8297 3330 or 3331
Range of advice for young people aged 13-19.