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Route 66 and a bungee rope: Shannon and Tom

Shannon and Tom are both young carers.

She cares for a sister.

He cares for a brother.

Their responsibilities affect their lives now, but how much impact might they also have in the future?

Will their families always need them?

Will they be able to go away to college?

How far away will they ever want to go?

Shannon and Tom discuss the complexities and the challenges of growing up as young carers.

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