Support for carers
Behind each and every patient is a loved one who will provide support and care for them. It is time to recognise the vital role family carers play in society.
Tips and advice for carers
Trying to juggle caring for someone and your personal life can feel overwhelming. While these feelings are normal, you deserve support and assistance in making the caring experience a little bit easier. Based on our Embracing Carers® work with carer communities around the world, we have pulled together some useful resources to help you along your carer journey, every step of the way.
You’re not alone
It can be hard to take on all the pressures of being a carer. It’s important to remember you are not alone. We’ve found carers eager to share their experiences and provide helpful tips and advice to the carer community.
Supporting the carer in your life
It can be tough to know the right thing to say to the carer in your life. We have pulled together practical guidance on how to start those conversations, how to spot the signs that someone is struggling and the different kinds of support you can offer so that your help lands the way you intend it to.
“Obviously we would have preferred for Margaret to have enjoyed good health throughout her life, but we make the most of our situation and enjoy each other’s company.”
Alf & Margaret Davies, Australia
GL-NONPR-00305 [September 2022]