Young Carers Zone 8+

The Young Carers Service offer a range of activities and collaborative events to support the needs and wellbeing of Young Carers. If you have any questions or think you know a Young Carer who could benefit from our services please contact us.

Take a peek at our YC activities and the latest news on our Insta, our Blog and list of YC useful contacts. Subscribe to our YC Youtube channel to see all the ways we spread awareness for Young Carers. You can view our latest YC News here.

Peer Support Groups
‘Chill & Learn’ Homework Club
1-1 Support
Disney & Dessert Movie Nights
Rap Therapy Workshops
Plot Twist Workshops
Young Carers Action Day
Young Carers Ambassadors

Are you a Young Carer?

If you are taking on a caring role, we are here for you, there are so many ways you can get involved!

To get registered:

Get a parent or guardian to complete a registration form for you
Any professional working with you or your family, e.g a social worker or teacher, can complete a referral form
OR, you can just refer yourself!

Are you working with a Young Carer?

If you are a professional finding out about what we do and how we support Young Carers in Sutton, welcome! When you are ready to make a referral, click here.

Are you aged 14+?

Young Adult Carers can access support too! We have activities and services for YACs aged 14+ and 18 - 25 years old. Find out more here...

Multiple Dates
Wed 03 Jun
Peer Support
Sutton Carers Centre
Book
03 Jun 2026, 15:30 – 17:00
Sutton Carers Centre, 1st floor, Sutton Gate, 1 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LE, UK
A safe and welcoming space for Young Carers to hang out, have fun with games and activities, connect with others, swap information and advice, gain support and take a breather.
Mon 08 Jun
Mayor’s Reception
Sutton Civic Offices
Book
08 Jun 2026, 12:30 – 13:45
Sutton Civic Offices, Civic Offices, St Nicholas Way, Sutton
Carers of all ages are invited to have lunch with the Mayor Councillor Muhammad Sadiq. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP and we will get in touch to confirm available spaces.
Multiple Dates
Mon 08 Jun
Chill N' Learn - YCs Got Talent
Sutton Carers Centre
Book
08 Jun 2026, 15:30 – 17:00
Sutton Carers Centre, 1st floor, Sutton Gate, 1 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LE, UK
Young Carers show off their hidden talents in this homework club special.
Tue 09 Jun
Home Office Outreach
Croydon Service & Support Centre
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09 Jun 2026, 12:00 – 14:00
Croydon Service & Support Centre, Dingwall Rd, Croydon CR0 2WF, UK
Sharlene and Marcel are joining Croydon Service & Support Centre staff to improve Carer awareness within immigration teams.
Fri 12 Jun
Sponsored Silence feat. CEO Rachael and YC Team Leader Sharlene.
Sutton Carers Centre
Learn more
12 Jun 2026, 10:00 – 17:00
Sutton Carers Centre, 1st floor, Sutton Gate, 1 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LE, UK
Our chattiest team members are giving up their voices to raise awareness for Carers of all ages who often feel unheard or overlooked. Support this fun but meaningful challenge and help shine a light on the experiences of Carers everywhere. Donate and leave a message of support on Just Giving!
Multiple Dates
Tue 16 Jun
Induction Evening
Sutton
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16 Jun 2026, 16:00 – 17:30
Sutton, 1st floor, Sutton Gate, 1 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LE, UK
Induction Evening is a space for Young Carers to register. This is an opportunity for YCs to meet for the first time and for YCs who haven't engaged for a bit to come and say hi to the YC team.
Multiple Dates
Wed 24 Jun
YC Ambassadors
Sutton Carers Centre
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24 Jun 2026, 15:30 – 17:00
Sutton Carers Centre, 1st floor, Sutton Gate, 1 Carshalton Rd, Sutton SM1 4LE, UK
A space at Sutton Carers Centre for the Young Carer Ambassadors to assemble! -- here they strategize ways of championing the rights of Young Carers. We aim to raise awareness of the impact of caring, we want to hear from you!

What's on

For all YC activity bookings, click RSVP or text 07787 063 340 with your name, age, activity choices.

Blog it!

YC news is accessible to all on our Blog! Keep up to date with what's going on locally, access

great resources for you and your wellbeing, and of course latest Sutton Young Carers Service News.

Got something you'd like to share? Get in touch with pictures, photography, poems and short stories - or shout from the rooftops about an achievement or some advice you'd like to share with other Young Carers and we'll add a Blog by you!!

Crafting Confidence

This May half term, we stepped behind the screen and discovered the magic of shadow puppetry! ✨ Led by expert puppeteer Karensa, we explored storytelling through imaginative games, playful scenarios, and plenty of creative teamwork. From silly improvised moments to bringing characters to life, everyone had the chance to share ideas and build confidence together. Using crafting materials, card, and lots of imagination, we designed and created our own shadow puppet characters b

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YC Activity Update (June - August)

See below for our upcoming activity update for June - August 2026, We have plenty of fun and vibey sessions for our Young Carers to get involved in! Carers Week (8th-14th June) is coming up and on the 8th June we'll be hosting a talent show, bring your talents, hobbies and interests to show us what inspires you. Then on the 9th we're hosting a special celebration for all our Carers to relax, gain info and mingle. Our regular sessions will also be running (Chill & Learn, Peer

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World Book Night Survey

Congratulations on receiving your book! please follow the link World Book Night 2026 Book Recipients: What did you think? Survey to complete a short survey to be in the chance winning a £20 shopping voucher. To be apart of the prize draw you must complete the survey by July 10th. Good Luck!

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On Insta? Follow us - this is the Sutton Young Carers Service virtual notice board!

Please note that we will NEVER contact you via Instagram.

If you are concerned about any online contact you receive, please talk to us.

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