Young Carers
If you live, go to school or work in Redbridge, are aged under 25 and care for parents or siblings then there are free services to support you.
Who can help me?
Young Carers - Endorphins
Endorphins are the activity and short breaks providers for Young Carers in Redbridge.
Endorphins’ incredibly talented delivery team’s commitment, passion and ability enable us to support individuals within a group setting to become healthier and happier.
Age Groups
Morning Session: 8 –13 year olds - 9:30am to 12:00pm - Valentines High School
Aternoon Session: 14–19 year olds - 12:30pm to 3:00pm - Valentines High School
Our experienced team of Playscheme Workers deliver these sessions which include a wide range of activities that everyone can engage in and enjoy. All staff are qualified and skilled to deliver safe and high-quality services.
Each session supports up to 20 children/young people (aged 8-19 years) in a safe and supportive environment in local, accessible community settings. Activities promote fun and friendships, reduce loneliness and enhance social and essential life skills.
Activities include arts and crafts, inclusive multi-sports/activities, dance, drama, gaming, DJing and music, quizzes/bingo, open talk stations, relaxation techniques, mindfulness, aerobics classes, football coaching, silent disco, karaoke, inflatable obstacle courses, go karting, mobile animal zoo experience and lots lots more. We develop the full list of activities in consultation with the Young Carers.
We will be supporting young carers to consider their future, and in some cases, will offer work experience by supporting our delivery team. The team have supported past young carer participants to join our team as paid playscheme workers, and now act as inspirational ambassadors to influence younger children.
Please get in touch with our friendly team who are happy to help.
T: 0330 1332642 or 07595 304 532
E: bookings@endorphins.uk or faye@endorphins.uk
Website Endorphins UK
Redbridge Carers Support Service
Redbridge Carers Support Service have a special team that support young carers between the ages of 16 to 30. This includes individual support, support groups, social activities and training.
Redbridge Youth Service
Redbridge Youth Workers can offer support and advice. We run a variety of sessions throughout the year for young people aged 11 to 18, or 11 to 24 with a learning difficulty or disability. Find out about our youth clubs, after school clubs and activities we run.
You can email the team at YouthService@redbridge.gov.uk
Redbridge Connexions
Redbridge Connexion Advisers are there to help you with education, employment and training needs. Check out the Redbridge Connexions webpage for more information.
Redbridge Connexions Advisers and Youth Service staff work for the Redbridge Education department and work alongside other Redbridge staff such as Social Workers and schools. They also work alongside staff from organisation’s such as Barnardo’s to make sure you get the best support you can.
