Teenager Rhianna advocates for other young carers An inspiring teenager has made it her mission to bang the drum for fellow young carers and educate others about the challenges they face. Rhianna Reid (18) is writing a book to support primary school aged children who care for loved ones about her own lived experience caring for her dad, which she hopes one day will be published. She has also delivered presentations to school staff, helping them recognise the signs that a pupi

More than 2.1 million unpaid carers in the UK are now aged 65 and over, according to Age UK's latest analysis – and for one Leicester woman in her 70s, caring for her 104-year-old mum is a reality she never expected. Linda recently celebrated her mum Dorothy's remarkable 104th birthday – a milestone few families ever experience. Behind the celebrations is the everyday reality of supporting one of Britain's oldest generations while managing later life herself. Linda says suppo