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Alice Peacock & Nisha Mal

Schoolgirl, 8, helps look after her two older disabled siblings - and wants more support for young carers

An incredible eight-year-old girl helps her mum care for her two older siblings, both of which are disabled. Ivy Stedman helps take care of Kate and Harry at their home.

Kate, aged 17, has Harry, 10, lives with a rare kidney disorder called Bartter Syndrome. He also has Global Development Delay, ADHD, and hearing and speech issues.

Ivy's mum Ellie Hepburn-Coates says her daughter is close with her older sister Kate and shares a room with her. Ivy spends a lot of time helping to care for her, and helping her brother and sister with the chores.

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