Supporting Young Caregivers: Resources, Rights, and Resilience 

Children as young as 5 can start to feel the impact of caregiving in a family. This session will focus on young caregivers – youth under the age of 30 who support a friend or family member who is aging, living with a disability, or managing a health condition. Our discussion will demystify young carers’ needs and highlight promising support practices in Canada. 

Attendees can expect to leave with a grasp of the young carer experience and some practical next steps for them to act in solidarity with young carers, in their roles as parents, or as professionals in healthcare, research, or caregiver support networks.