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Support For Carers

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  • 18 Sep 2024 4:33 pm AEST Date Time
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Courtesy of Cancer Council WA

Being a carer can be extremely rewarding, but it may also be difficult at times, both physically and emotionally. You may feel as though your career, interests and health are no longer important or that your needs are taking second priority.

It’s important to look after yourself, as this will help you cope with the demands of caring and provide better care for longer. We have put together some tips and resources to support you while providing care.

Managing your emotions

It is common for carers to feel a range of emotions, with some describing it as an emotional rollercoaster.

It’s important to remember to look after yourself and acknowledge if you are not feeling okay. To help manage your emotions remember to:

  • Take time for yourself
  • Talk to family and friends about how you are feeling
  • Speak to your GP if you feel overwhelmed or that you’re not coping
  • Be kind to yourself
  • Be active and eat healthily
  • Join a support group

Keeping healthy

While you are busy looking after someone, you may find it difficult to look after your own health and wellbeing. Here are some helpful reminders of how you can stay healthy:

  • Prepare healthy snacks and meals. You might attend long appointments, so to avoid buying something quick on the go, prepare for the day ahead.
  • Get enough sleep and rest. When you are tired or exhausted everything may seem harder.
  • Avoid using alcohol and cigarettes to relax.
  • Be active for 30 minutes each day. By increasing your energy levels, you will find your mood improves and you can sleep better.
  • Have regular health check-ups.
  • Stay in touch with family and friends. Continue feeling connected to others as this can reduce stress and provide an opportunity to talk about topics aside from your role as a carer.

Taking a break

Don’t feel guilty about taking some time out. Respite care allows you to have a break, whether it be a couple of hours, overnight or a few days. Some carers don’t access respite care because they feel guilty or anxious about leaving the person they are caring for. The service exists because caring can be difficult and may affect your wellbeing. By taking a break, you will find that you can be more effective in your caring role. If you need respite care you can call:

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