Tune in to Care

Unique challenges of mental health caring

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Explore the complex world of mental health carers with guests Diana and Sandra. Diana navigates caring for a son with severe autism while managing her own ADHD, while Sandra supports her grandchildren with mental health challenges. They share raw insights into misdiagnosis, lack of support, and the emotional turmoil of caregiving. Experts Lou Faulkner and Jenna Sachs discuss the crucial role of community support. Discover how carers can find empowerment and resilience through resources and community.

Topics covered:

  • Challenges and resilience of mental health carers
  • Challenges and sacrifices of caring for family with disabilities
  • Discovering ADHD through neurodiverse carer support groups
  • Support systems for carers through Wellways Carer Gateway
  • The importance of community support for mental health carers
  • The importance of support groups for carers
  • Empowering carers through support and self-determination

    • Show links:

    • www.wellways.org/resources/tune-in-to-care-podcast
    • www.wellways.org/our-services/carer-gateway/carer-gateway-registration
    • www.carergateway.gov.au

      • Tune in to Care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.

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