Alternate Title

Can I tell you about being a young carer?

Author

Aldridge, Jo

Aldridge Deacon, Jack [illustrator]

Place of Publication

London, UK and Philadelphia, PA

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

Softcover; 56 pages

Series

Can I Tell You About...?

Subject

Young carers

Caregiving

Abstract

Meet Carly. Carly is a young person caring for her mother who has Multiple Sclerosis and depression.

Part of the best-selling Can I Tell You about... series, this book raises awareness about children who live with and care for parents or other relatives in the home. It describes what young carers like Carly do, and the practical and emotional impact caring can have on home and school life, both positive and negative. It also explains what support is available for young carers, including from family, friends and teachers as well as other professionals and online. Carly's story will help young carers explore their worries and concerns, and help family members and professionals support young carers.

Recommended for children ages 8-12.

ISBN

978-1785925269

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR EF 610 ALD 2019

Copies

URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW734_WaterBreaksEarly.pdf

Website Notes

Click the link above to view or print.

Corporate Author

Antepartum Home Care

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

PDF file: 4 p.

Subject

Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics

Abstract

This pamphlet answers the most frequently asked questions about when your water breaks early, also known as premature rupture of membranes or PROM.

Language

English

Material Type

Handout

Online

Call Number

BCW734