Carer-Respite.org
Title
Commonwealth Carer Respite, Mid North Coast NSW
Description
A carer is a family member, parent, partner, significant other, friend or neighbour who provides care on an unpaid basis. The person they support may have a chronic illness, disability, mental illness or may be frail.
Caring is a natural part of life and all people will either provide or require care at some stage of their life. Caring may last a short time or it may last many years. Carers have added responsibilities compared to other people at the same stage of life, and thus require support during their period of caring. Carers may care for a few hours a week, or all day every day.
Caring for someone can be rewarding but also a demanding job and some people need extra assistance to manage. There are an increasing number of services out there for you and for the person you are caring for, although this can vary from area to area. Sometimes it can be hard to know, or to explain what you really need. Some people feel very strongly that everything should be kept in the family and that outside help is not necessary. Others find it hard to admit that they can't do everything, all the time, for the person they are caring for. Carer Respite Centres are there to help you, so don't feel ashamed, guilty or embarrassed about contacting us.
Languages
English
