Young adult carers
Worried about how your caring duties might affect your studies at Kingston University? There’s plenty of help available to support you through your student journey. Learn all about it here.
Who are young adult carers?
You’re a young adult carer if:
- You’re aged 25 or under when you enrol onto a Kingston University undergraduate degree programme
- You have significant, unpaid caring responsibilities for a family member or close friend
That could be because of:
- A long-term or terminal illness
- A disability
- A mental health condition
- Frailty or old-age
- Addiction or substance misuse
What support is available?
There is a range of different support for young adult carers studying at Kingston University.
Am I eligible for support?
You’re eligible for support if you are:
- Aged 25 or under at the time of enrolment
- Assessed as a ‘home' student by the university
- Enrolled on an undergraduate course or a PGCE
- Eligible for the full maintenance loan from Student Finance
- Able to provide a letter from a carers network, local authority or a professional (such as a GP or teacher) to prove your young adult carer status
How to apply for support
Send your evidence letter along with any questions you have to [email protected].
Someone from the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Useful information
Young carers might find the following external resources helpful:
Get in touch
Want more information on our support for young adult carers? Email our KU Cares team with any questions or queries.
