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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
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...
February 2026 Love yourself this Valentine’s Day Hi Reader As a caregiver, you pour so much love and energy into those around you, ensuring their comfort, wellbeing, and happiness. But on Valentine’s Day, I want to remind you of someone just as deserving of love – YOU! Caring for others is a wonderful act of love, but it’s easy to forget that you also need care, rest, and kindness. Remember, you are amazing! Here are some tips to help you prioritise your wellbeing: Recognise all that you doWe...
January 2026 Beating the Winter Blues Hi Reader Winter can be a tough time for carers. I always fell ill in January whilst caring! Shorter days, cold weather and increased responsibilities can leave many of us feeling below par, so I have three simple but effective tips to help protect your wellbeing this winter. 1. Protect Your Energy, Not Just Your TimeWhen you’re caring for others, energy can drain faster than time. – Try to build in small daily recharge moments (even 5–10 minutes)– Say no...