Carers First have announced their launch of the Medway Young Adult Carer Mentoring Pilot.
This new project is designed to support young adult carers in Medway get on in life by pairing them with professional mentors. The volunteer mentors have been matched based on shared interests, skill sets, and availability.
Nisa Han, Young Adult Carers Mentoring Support Advisor for Medway, said: “This is an innovative programme that transforms the lives of young carers through volunteer mentoring.
“The project is a vital resource for young carers as they transition into adulthood, providing emotional and practical support from experienced volunteer Mentors.”
Describing the importance of volunteer mentors to the project, Nisa said: “The volunteer mentors are from local businesses and come from diverse backgrounds, allowing them to understand and address the various needs of their mentees.
“They feel that they are positively impacting the lives of young adult carers and making a difference to their community.”
This life changing project can help young adult carers with a range of life skills, such as:
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Applying to college, university or employment
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Navigating the benefit systems
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Talking to someone about dreams and aspirations
Carers First are also looking to recruit volunteer Mentors to support in the implementation of this exciting new project. If you are interested in volunteering, click here to find out more.
If you are a young adult carer aged 16 to 25, living in Medway, and are interested in joining the project to be matched with a mentor visit the Carers First web page here.
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