Topic Tuesday 19/01: R-E-S-P-I-T-E, find out what it means to me...

We talk about 'self care', 'looking after yourself' and 'respite' a lot in this Forum. There's a reason for this...

• Many people will spend more time per week caring for someone, than the equivalent of a full time job
• Many people who care for someone work FULL TIME as well!
• People in a caring role are 40 per cent more likely to suffer from a chronic physical or mental health condition.
• Carers have the lowest wellbeing of any large group measured by the Australian Unity Wellbeing Index.

(Reference: Carers NSW)

Caring for someone can be rewarding, but looking after ourselves is not only good for us, but also good for those we care for.

'Respite' is a bit of a buzz word, so during Topic Tuesday we will be looking at:

• Formal respite programs & what to expect
• Planning your own respite
• How to prepare for respite
• How to get appopriate care for your loved one

We also are doing a call out to all those who have taken respite, to share their stories.

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