We can support lives you
through fife young carers
Join us in a collective journey as we support children and young people up to the age of 25 years who look after someone in their family who are ill or have a disability.Â
Do I support a
Young Carer?
I help someone who is a carer.
Am I a
Young Carer?
I care for someone at home.
Caring for the Carers
Building a brighter future for young carers by recognising their role and nurturing their potential.
Empowering lives through person-centred support
Today, Fife Young Carers remains a vital resource for young carers in the region, providing essential support and services that enable them to thrive despite their caring responsibilities. Fife Young Carers believe all young and young adult carers should be recognised, supported and be given a voice.
- To provide person centred support through group and one-to-one meetings.
- To provide information and signposting for young carers and their families.
- To provide an opportunity for young carers to have a break from their caring roles and build confidence.
- To support young adult carers to move onto adulthood 
- To raise awareness of young carers and their support needs
The team behind Fife Young Carers
Meet our dedicated team members who work tirelessly to fulfill our mission and make a positive impact.
Management Team
We bring a wealth of skills from a wide range of backgrounds.
Support Team
Our mission is to remove barriers and connect individuals.
Admin Team
We're a team of professionals who love what they do.
Volunteer Team
A team of people who support young carers in a variety of roles.
Trustees
A group of volunteers who support the governance of FYC.
Key milestones for Fife Young Carers include:
- Formation: Establishment in 1998 through the merger of smaller local groups.Â
- Service Expansion: Growth and expansion of support services to meet the needs of a growing number of young carers.Â
- Community Engagement: Increased efforts to raise awareness and promote understanding of the challenges faced by young carers.Â
- Advocacy: Advocacy for the rights and well-being of young carers at local, regional, and national levels. Â
- Awards and Recognition: Recognition of the organization's work through various awards and accolades. In 2024 Fife Young Carers was awarded the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations’ Chairty of the Year Award, Fife Voluntary Actions Trustee of the Year award, the Carer Positive employer award and the Carers Trust Excellence for Carers award.Â
- Incorporation: In 2017 Fife Young Carers became a Scottish Charity Incorporated Organisation (Registered Charity No. SC047519), with all assets being transferred to it, from Fife Young Carers.Â
Every contribution directly supports our causes
Our mission is to empower individuals and families through comprehensive services, fostering resilience, dignity, and positive community impact for a brighter future.
Click the Donate here button to donate through Just Giving. Or call the office on 01592 407 262.
Charity of the Year 2024
We would like to dedicate this award to young carers everywhere, who trust organisations like Fife Young Carers to support them for as long as they need, to celebrate their lives, and help achieve their dreams
Hire a Room from us!
Looking for a meeting room or large space for an event, Fife Young Carers have you covered with a selection of rooms available for hire. Please check out our room hire booklet for more information, if you like what you see please complete the booking form and read our room hire important information poster and email the booking form to admin@fifeyoungcarers.co.uk
Latest news and updates
The work we do at Fife Young Carers is made possible through the generosity of our supporters. Thanks to your contributions, we provide vital resources, guidance, and opportunities for young carers, helping them balance their caring responsibilities while enjoying childhood and personal growth.
Together, we can make a lasting difference in their lives every day.
Young Carers Action Day 2025
What does a break mean to you? “Time away from my caring role which often exhausts me” Last month we celebrated Young Carers Action Day! We hosted The Ball for those over 14 which was amazing. A big thanks to DAFC for hosting The Ball, Chris Taylor Caricaturist, for the fantastic drawings, Fife Wedding & […]
Exciting Job Opportunities
We have three exciting job opportunities available right now to join Fife Young Carers, SCVO’s 2024 Charity of the Year! Join our team supporting Young Carers and Young Adult Carers ages 0 to 25 across Fife in various roles. Â “Without FYC support and my support worker doing 1:1’s, I don’t know how I would […]
Education Conference
After the success of last year, we are delighted to be running our 2nd Education Conference on February 12th. If you are interested in supporting young carers in their journey through education then come along and hear from a variety of speakers, including from Young Carers themselves. Venue: Fife Young Carers Times: 10.00am to 3.30pm […]
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