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Dec 2021
Harrogate young carer attends Westminster Abbey event for heroes
A 14-year-old carer from Harrogate spent a special day with her family at the Duchess of Cambridge's Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey.
Jasmine Clark was among a group of community heroes invited to the service this month to thank them for their efforts during the pandemic.
Jasmine is a carer for her 15-year-old brother Dylan, who has Williams syndrome, a developmental disorder. She has also helped her mum Sophia, who has suffered from mental health problems during the pandemic.
Sophia said the day was "so emotional and overwhelming", adding:
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The family has been supported by the charity Action for Children.
Rossett School
Sophia said her daughter has been the "the rock between us all" during a difficult time.
Jasmine, who is in year nine at Harrogate's Rossett School, said "it felt amazing" to attend the service, which included performances from the Westminster Abbey choir, Leona Lewis and Ellie Goulding.
She added:
The concert will be shown on ITV at 7:30pm tonight.
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