Carers' support

Carers' support

The title carer covers a multitude of roles- professional and individual- both young and adult.

You may be caring for someone in addiction, with dementia or a relative. At times, caring can bring many positives and rewards. It can also be difficult focussing on someone else’s needs at the expense of your own needs.

Emotional pressure can come from :

Not getting enough sleep

Stress and isolation

The fallout from Covid

Impact on your own well being

Lack of family support

Impact on your other relationships.

Being assertive with professionals

Handling difficult conversations with the patient or another family member.

Making difficult decisions

Carers often put their own needs to one side.