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NikNikSenior Contributor
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.
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In response to: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT
NikNikSenior Contributor
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 
In response to: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT
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HenryCasual Contributor
Hello,
My caring role has been long term for a parent.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Hello @NikNik
I care for my husband and My Mum
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NikNikSenior Contributor
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AdgeSenior Contributor
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
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NikNikSenior Contributor
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?
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DeterminedSenior Contributor
Hi @NikNik + everyone
Looking forward to everyones thoughts tonight,
I care for my wife but often sensitive as to her thoughts around this.
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NikNikSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday // Does the label 'Carers' make you feel uncomfortable // Tues 27 March, 7pm AEDT
DeterminedSenior Contributor
For us it can sometimes vary depending on who I am talking to @NikNik but I prefer to say that I support my wife rather than I am her carer. This thought was reinforced after reading an article titled caretaker or caregiver. For me the term carer tends to make my darling more dependent rather than my enabling her to be independent..
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