Carer-parents have stress levels that can be equivalent to that of combat veterans. Yet it is seen as a group who just need to get on and do what they need to do. But it doesn’t mean we are okay.
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A 100 Year Journey to Family Partnerships
My grandmother was raised in poverty. Her story convinces me we must do things differently to break the cycle, and make the systems work for us.
The Carer Cognitive Load and How Employers Can Support
The carer role is hard. It takes your attention, focus and emotional energy, often with little or no return. But what about juggling work as well?
7 Self-Care Tips for Carer-Parents (that doesn’t involve smelly candles and bubble baths)
Let me start by saying I don’t have an issue with bubble baths and smelly candles. But let’s be honest, when we are buried in our caring role, such luxuries take a back seat. I have been a carer for almost half my life. It’s a tough gig at times, but one that has taughtContinueContinue reading “7 Self-Care Tips for Carer-Parents (that doesn’t involve smelly candles and bubble baths)”
