Has anyone actually figured this out? Because honestly… as a carer, I don’t get why it’s this hard.
You always hear “there’s funding out there” but trying to access it feels like hitting a wall. There’s no clear system, everything’s scattered, and half the time you don’t even know what you’re eligible for or who to ask.
It just feels like the system wasn’t built with actual carers in mind. We’re already juggling so much, and then expected to navigate complicated funding on top of that.
If anyone’s managed to actually secure something, I’d really like to know how.
My phone isn’t a distraction — it’s how I make sure everything is okay at home. It’s how I stay reachable in case something goes wrong, and honestly, it’s what helps me get through the day without constant anxiety.
I understand why schools want clear boundaries, but a one-size-fits-all rule doesn’t reflect the reality for young carers. For some of us, being cut off from our phones isn’t just inconvenient — it can be genuinely stressful and even unsafe.
There needs to be more flexibility and understanding. Supporting young carers means recognising that their responsibilities don’t pause when they walk into school.
