Imagine this: you miss your soccer practice because you have to stay home to take care of your little sister, who has a disability. Or you help your father with household chores every day because your mother is mentally vulnerable. For many children and young people in the Amstelland and Haarlemmermeer regions, this is their daily reality: they’re growing up with someone in their immediate circle who has a chronic illness, a disability, mental health challenges, and/or an addiction. They are young caregivers. June 1–7 marked the national Week of the Young Caregiver. Mantelzorg & Meer dedicated extra attention to this group throughout the month of June.
In June, all municipalities organized activities for young caregivers between the ages of 6 and 25. Did you miss these events, but are you a young caregiver? Sign up now so you can stay informed about our activities and take advantage of our support.
For more information, please contact us at info@mantelzorgenmeer.nl or 020-5127250, or sign up directly atwww.mantelzorgenmeer.nl/aanmelden.