Real Carers Real Stories - In Their Own Words
Carers can be any age and could be caring for anyone – a parent, friend, child, sibling or neighbour.
Meet 10 carers from a diverse range of backgrounds who have agreed to share their story through the Real Carers, Real Stories – In Their Own Words digital photographic exhibition.
Aakriti share with us what a day in the life of a carer is like and how Carer Gateway has supported them.
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing a range of free services and support just for carers. #CarerGateway services are available in person, online or over the phone.
Photography by Effy Alexakis.
Translated and Accessible resources including information in 30 languages is available.
Additional case studies from the Carer Gateway campaign
Aakriti is an unpaid carer for her friends Himanshu and Neha, who both live with muscular dystrophy. Despite living in a different state from her friends, Aakriti is able to visit them regularly to provide physical care and offers emotional support with regular phone calls when they are apart.