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Liz's story
time to be together. ‘You shouldn’t be afraid to reach out for help, whether that’s to family or someone outside.’ How did you start to be a carer? When I … into his life, to understand him and his needs. I think caring has really done that, and helped to grow my …Anne’s story
Anne cares for her partner, Edie, who has dementia. It’s a demanding, … really of what’s happened in our relationship. … Caring for someone … Caring for me … Taking a break (respite) … Anne’s …Courtney’s story
so they can continue to support the person they care for. Courtney: My name's Courtney and I'm a carer for my … divorce to just general school drama, so it's nice to have someone else in the safe space where you can go, "Hey, this … you can to that person that you're helping to look after. Caring for my mum has enriched my life a lot. It makes me a …Alexandra’s story
can be really hard, but focus on the positives – helping someone is a beautiful thing that we can do. Remember that a … has everything at hand, and the bathroom has been modified for her so she can move around and use it easily. I do most … What have you found that helps you? My partner. Even though caring does strain our relationship, having someone who …Joe's story
be tough. But you can get help. Sometimes you have to look for it… but help is only a phone call away.’ How did you … a carer, we couldn’t do that – I’d have to go to work. But caring is my work. Mind you, a pay rise would be nice! What … whatever. But help is only a phone call away. … Caring for someone … Caring for me … Joe's story …Caring for someone with mental illness
Many people look after someone with a mental illness – 1 in 5 Australians will … will often be the ones providing care, which might be for a short time or over the long term. It can be … If you would like to know more about mental illness and caring for someone with a mental illness, many organisations …Caring for a veteran
struggle to adjust to their changed lifestyles. If you care for a veteran, you can use the same supports and resources … This process helps our staff learn more about you and your caring role so they can match services to your individual … leave to care for family or household members … Caring for someone … Caring for a veteran …Louise’s story
of a carer is not one people would always choose, but for Louise it’s one she wouldn’t change, beginning when her … really bad anxiety, because I’m constantly worrying about someone else – even more than I would normally. It can be … for and link in with services in your area is important. … Caring for someone … Louise’s story …Lac's story
Lac cares for her brother Andrew, who was born with Down syndrome. Her … guided her to a career as an occupational therapist. … Caring for me … Caring for someone … Work … Lac's story …Caring for someone with an eating disorder
Getting help with eating disorders If the person you care for has symptoms of an eating disorder, it is important to … ( 1800 33 4673 , 8am to midnight AEST, 7 days a week). … Caring for someone with an eating disorder …