AN ID CARD that shows young carers carry important responsibilities has been rolled out in Wales. It is hoped the form of identification, launched by the Welsh Government in response to calls from young carers themselves, will give recognition and provide a quick way to inform teachers and health professionals of the extra duties they have. Official figures show there are around 7,000 young carers in Wales, however the number could be as much as four times this. They are usually responsible for caring for a parent or a sibling, whether ill or disabled. There will be a phased roll-out of the national ID card, with all local authorities in Wales providing their card by April next year. Following their launch on Young Carers Action Day on Tuesday, March 16, North Wales local authorities are working with Carers Trust Wales as part of plans to raise awareness of the scheme.
ID cards for young carers launched in North Wales
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ID cards for young carers launched in North Wales
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Young carers’ ID card launched on day of action
ID cards for young carers to help easily identify themselves as having a caring role are launching across 11 local authorities today to coincide with Young Carers’ Action Day.
The ID card will give young carers a quick way to inform teachers, pharmacists and GPs, staff in supermarkets, and community services such as leisure centres and local transport, that they look after someone.
It will also help them access their rights under the Social Services and Well-being Wales Act 2014, including their right to a carers’ needs assessment.
As well as a physical card other formats of ID are being tested, for example an app in Anglesey and Gwynedd or a wristband. With engagement with young carers, a national logo has also been created.