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My role as a young carer

Hi, my name is Hannah and I’m a young carer for my mum and my two brothers. My hobbies include sewing and crafts.

My normal day would start with get up, get dressed, help mum pack lunch and help get my little brother dressed and ready for school.

After school I would come home eat then help mum after dinner. I help bath and dress my little brother and help put him to bed.

I then help get mum ready for tomorrow by making sure our uniforms are clean during the day. I put loads of washing on, feed the dog, and clean the house.

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I am a carer to my older brother

I am a carer to my older brother who has Down syndrome. Throughout my life I’ve always cherished having him as an older brother. Growing up we were like any other couple of brothers we would play together etcetera. Best of all my brother was keen to do everything that I was doing. So much […]
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Why I am applying for the Young Carers Bursary

Hi, my name is Natalie and I provide care for my younger sister and mum. I have been a young carer for 9.5 years.  My younger sister has severe intellectual disabilities, autism (ASD) and cerebral palsy and my mum has fibromyalgia. I provide care to support the family. I can see how hard it is […]
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I am unique

My name is Rafqaa. I am 16 years old and located in NSW. One unique thing about me is that I enjoy going to the farm with my dad. <br><br> I currently care for my sister who I have been caring for 11 years. My sister requires care as she has Sanfilippo syndrome which is […]
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