2023 Volume 15 Issue 1 Pages 89-101
In recent years, the problem of young carers has come to the fore. The actual situation of young carers is becoming clear through the investigation conducted by the government and academic researchers in Japan.
Since the actual situation is being elucidated, the next step is to discuss whether the existing support system can correspond to the needs of young carers. This is essential in discussing the solution to young carers’ problems. However, most existing studies focus on grasping the actual situation.
The purpose of this paper is to clarify the limitations of the existing welfare policy and service system on the corresponding young carers’ problem. Specifically, firstly, we examined the definition of young carers, which has no legal description.
Secondly, we analyzed the characteristics and the needs of young carers who were categorized into three types by using actual condition surveys.
Based on the above analysis, the support system was discussed from two perspectives. ⑴ enhance support for clients who have needs, ⑵ support for young carers.
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