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I am the Carers Coach, helping 1,000+ caregivers look after themselves, with my online sessions, best-selling book ‘Who Cares?’ and coaching. 70% fall ill, as I did whilst caring for my husband for 13 years, and this needs to change. Self care for caregivers Transforming the Lives of Carers, Raising the Value of Care. Cared for husband for 13 years. http://whocares4carers.com
November 2026 What I Wish I’d Known as a Carer Myself and Neal in Gran Canaria 2010 Hi Reader How are you? It’s been a few months since my last newsletter, as I’ve been busy editing my second book. It’s the story of caring for Neal and how the experience impacted almost every area of my life. Caring is complex. It can affect us mentally, emotionally and physically in ways we could never have imagined. Looking back, there are so many things I wish I’d known. So I thought I’d share a few of the...
July 2026 Sunshine and self care Myself and Neal in Bushy Park with a friend, 2012 Hi Reader How are you? It’s the height of summer and people are going on holiday and doing fun things, but many caring feel like we’ve been sidelined, struggling on alone. But your happiness is important and you matter. It’s not easy to get away, so what can you do to make the most of the sunshine and bring happiness into your life? Connect to those who careSometimes it is down to us to reach out to friends and...
June 2026 Nurturing your Support Network – Looking After You Hi Reader How are you? The theme for this year’s Carers Week is ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’. It took me years to find the support I needed, so what can you do now to ensure you have the right support around you? Register with your local GP – let them know you are in a caring role, so you are on their system. Get in touch with Social Services to have a Carers Assessment, to find out what is available for you. Register with...