MyTime Young Carers Interview

#597 Great.com Talks With... MyTime Young Carers

At the heart of society's drive for equality and inclusion, MYTIME Young Carers nurtures its young carers through support and growing self-esteem. These young caregivers carry an unusually heavy burden in their young lives. MYTIME's mission is to assist these individuals with the resources to grow, develop and feel valued.
Today we talk with Krista Cartlidge, CEO of MyTime Young Carers, about their commitment with improving young carers lives, making them feel seen, heard and supported.

Valuable spaces for support and growing

Young care recipients face unique challenges that extend beyond the experiences of their age peers. These children and young people take on adult roles by caring for their relatives who suffer from chronic diseases, disabilities or other unforeseen life situations. They are often exposed to considerable psychosocial stress, which can lead to mental illness, educational problems and social isolation. MYTIME Young Carers work tirelessly to relieve this burden. MYTIME Young Carers provides light and support in the otherwise challenging lives of these young people. Through their services, they support individuals' emotional well-being and promote their education and skill development.

MYTIME Young Carers creates platforms where these young people can share their experiences and feel understood and valued. By organizing training sessions and workshops, they give them the opportunity to develop the necessary skills and to prepare for the future outside of their caring roles. By connecting them with others in similar situations, MYTIME invites them into a community where they can make friends, make memories and feel less isolated.
The organization's efforts do not stop there. They aim to raise awareness of young carers and the issues they face, while advocating for policy changes that can lead to improved support and care for these individuals. Changing the way society views and supports young carers is vital to MYTIME and it is an issue that requires immediate action. As well as directly supporting young people, they also offer resources and training for professionals and schools, further broadening their impact and ensuring that young carers receive the support they deserve in all aspects of their lives.

With services ranging from one-to-one counseling to group support, MYTIME gives young people the tools they need to deal with both personal and emotional adversity. Further education and skills development are key to giving these young people a chance for the best possible future. MYTIME's work workshops and training programs cover a wide range of subjects to ensure that every young care recipient has access to life skills and education. Through advocacy and community engagement, MYTIME strives to raise awareness around the plight of young care recipients and accelerate changes within society to create a more caring and inclusive future. They offer sources of support through activity days giving young people a much needed break from their care burden and a chance to just be kids. Parents and guardians are also supported to help their children cope with this extra life challenge.

MYTIME Young Carers play a vital role in empowering young carers and promoting social impact. It is important to continue to spread awareness and support MYTIME's vital work to help these young people not only thrive despite the hardships, but achieve their full potential.

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