10 years of the Young Carer Bursary
For the past 10 years, the Young Carer Bursary has helped thousands of young carers across Australia. Now, we want to hear your story. Share your experience and help inspire the next generation of young carers
About the Young Carer Bursary program
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Featured Young Carer Stories
Growth
Growing up you learn something new every day. Being the oldest child and only girl, it is evident that I should support my family. My dad had a very severe accident at work just under two years ago now. I help him all the time. It’s sometimes hard for me to juggle all this and…
My mum and I
Hi I’m Dylan, I’m 12 and my mum and myself have a dual carer role. Both my mum and I experience mental health issues. I have grown up with the best mum in the world even though she has her struggles and I have to pitch in more than your average kid she always shows…
The Young Carers Bursary made a difference
Dad had a car accident when I was young. He can’t walk around much, and is on a lot of medication for the pain. It’s just the two of us. Being a carer isn’t something I chose. It’s something I’ve had to grow and learn to accept. A lot of the time I don’t really…
Share your story
We’d love to hear how the Young Carer Bursary has impacted your life. Your story can inspire and support future young carers.
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