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called to the school, and I’m trying to balance that with working, and being a single mother of 3. It’s been a huge … hardest part about being a carer? Definitely balancing paid work and care. I’m very fortunate in my current situation. I …Lac's story
therapist. … Caring for me … Caring for someone … Work … Lac's story …Talking with your employer
about how to balance being an employee and a carer. Many workplaces offer support for workers such as flexible working arrangements. More and more employers are …Caring for a child
they are cared for in the future. 7. Get tips on how to work with health services If you care for a child with … disability or a long-term condition, you will probably be working with health services. It’s useful to find out how to … and as you get older. 9. Find out how you can combine working and caring If you are still working, you might want …Caring for a sibling
a carer, you may be able to find ways to catch up on missed work, or to get later deadlines for assignments. As a carer … apply annually from July until mid September. 2. If you are working, talk with your employer You can talk with your … might help you, such as earlier or later start times, or working from home. 3. Explore the payments you may be able …Nancy's story
toll on Nancy. 'Teachers in regular schools weren’t used to working with people with severe disabilities, and people had … and advocating for and representing them wherever they go.' Work that’s worth it Nancy feels most rewarded seeing Vanessa come to terms with her disability and work to become more independent. 'I’ve come to understand …Jennelle's story
granny flat with her crafting supplies. All in a day’s work Jennelle’s life changed suddenly in 2013 when her husband David fell from a grain silo at work - an accident he wasn’t expected to survive. In the … to David and organised medical care and appointments, while working full-time. David has since recovered, but the …Debra's story
and trips to medical appointments. Debra juggled full-time work and parental responsibilities for her two children and … from her job and moved to a position that enabled her to work from home. She loves her work as a self-employed super fund auditor, but in the …Deena’s story - caring for her daughter
and creating kelp baskets. I’m a child safety wellbeing worker and I provide advice and referrals to families … each morning. Once she is safely off to school, I go to work. Throughout the day, I’m on call and available if she … It's honestly pretty hard being a single mum, a carer and working full-time. When Ocean was growing up my focus was …Caring for a person with disability
attorney for the person you care for. 9. Get tips on how to work with health services If you care for a person with disability, you will probably be working with health services. It’s useful to find out how to …