Carers Voices

Lorraine's Story of overcoming burnout from Caring

Lorraine shared her experience as a carer for her mother, who deteriorated health-wise after turning 80, requiring round-the-clock care. Lorraine and her two sisters took turns caring for their mother, often at the expense of her own health and the impact that had for Lorraine's mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the situation, leading to increased stress and isolation. Lorraine shares her story of living through burnout and reaching her breaking point and emphasized the importance of recognizing the signs of burnout and seeking help. Despite the challenges, Lorraine highlighted the need for making good memories and the eventual recovery process.  She urged caregivers to seek support early and not feel guilty for taking breaks and you will get through it you just need to give yourself time to heal.  Your Voice Matters! Share Your Thoughts and Help Shape the Future of our Podcast on Unpaid Carers' Journeys. Complete the Survey Today [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ah731inoZkqvIqAcWGrMPhM58b9MFYdMmKlnnpqvO59UNFNORkwzWUdCUzZYVkxGWk8xWjVCWlRTUiQlQCN0PWcu] For more information about unpaid carers please visit - https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers [https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers]

CTC Unpaid Carer Support

Cheryl has the tables turned on her and is now the podcast guest and Fiona becomes becomes the host while giving information about the services that Care Training & Consultancy can provide as well as a discussion with Mike our podcast recorder. Your Voice Matters! Share Your Thoughts and Help Shape the Future of our Podcast on Unpaid Carers' Journeys. Complete the Survey Today [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ah731inoZkqvIqAcWGrMPhM58b9MFYdMmKlnnpqvO59UNFNORkwzWUdCUzZYVkxGWk8xWjVCWlRTUiQlQCN0PWcu] For more information about unpaid carers please visit - https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers [https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers]

ADS - Being There

Lisbeth gives an insight on the ways that being there can help support an unpaid carer of a person with an addiction. Your Voice Matters! Share Your Thoughts and Help Shape the Future of our Podcast on Unpaid Carers' Journeys. Complete the Survey Today [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ah731inoZkqvIqAcWGrMPhM58b9MFYdMmKlnnpqvO59UNFNORkwzWUdCUzZYVkxGWk8xWjVCWlRTUiQlQCN0PWcu] For more information about unpaid carers please visit - https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers [https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers]

Alzheimer's Scotland Unpaid Care Support

Anna from Alzheimer's Scotland Dumfries branch shares what support can be provided to Unpaid Carers caring from a person with Dementia.  Your Voice Matters! Share Your Thoughts and Help Shape the Future of our Podcast on Unpaid Carers' Journeys. Complete the Survey Today [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ah731inoZkqvIqAcWGrMPhM58b9MFYdMmKlnnpqvO59UNFNORkwzWUdCUzZYVkxGWk8xWjVCWlRTUiQlQCN0PWcu] For more information about unpaid carers please visit - https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers [https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers]

Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service Unpaid Carer Support

Dawn from the Advocacy service explains how the advocacy service can help to support Unpaid Carers. Your Voice Matters! Share Your Thoughts and Help Shape the Future of our Podcast on Unpaid Carers' Journeys. Complete the Survey Today [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ah731inoZkqvIqAcWGrMPhM58b9MFYdMmKlnnpqvO59UNFNORkwzWUdCUzZYVkxGWk8xWjVCWlRTUiQlQCN0PWcu] For more information about unpaid carers please visit - https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers [https://caretrain.co.uk/unpaid-carers]