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NikNik
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Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

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For some, the term 'carer' can feel uncomfortable - they are a mother, husband, friend or sibling, whose loved one happens to have a mental illness.

For others, the term 'carer' resonates with them

How does the label of 'carer' sit with you?

Join us from 7pm AEDT to share your opinion.

Want an email reminder on the night? Hit the 'Like' button below.

 

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Hi everyone,

& A big hi to those who wanted a reminder about tonight -  @SandraTucker @Shaz51 @Mary5 @outlander @roses1 @Mazarita @Maryanne11 @Determined @Melj8 @Former-Member @Adge 

Welcome to Topic Tuesday!

Tonight we are having a community discussion about the term 'carer' - do you love it, do you hate it.... or have never really considered it.

To kick off tonight, I'm interested to hear what brings you here tonight Smiley Happy

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Hello @NikNik et al
Here because I care for my husband.

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Hello,

My caring role has been long term for a parent.

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Hello @NikNik 

I care for my husband and My Mum Smiley Happy

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

A big hello to you @Shaz51 @Henry & @Former-Member 🙂

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

I was put into the carer role when I was very young - for the entire family, but mostly caring for my Mum, & filling-in for her being a parent (from as young as 10).

Most recently, I work as a carer.

Personally I much preferred the term Carer, because it's more emotionally descriptive.

adge

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Thanks for dropping in @Adge - it sounds like you're in a caring role is many aspects of your life.

So you prefer 'Carer' - what about others - how does the term 'carer' as a title resonate?

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Hi @NikNik + everyone

Looking forward to everyones thoughts tonight,
I care for my wife but often sensitive as to her thoughts around this.

Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT

Welcome @Determined it's nice to 'see' you
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