Topic Tuesday // Are you feeling alone? Carers Support and Discussion // Tues 25 Feb, 7pm AEDT

[Former-Member]

More info on this event to come! 😊

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[Former-Member]

Hey crew! Welcome to tonight's Topic Tuesday on dealing with loneliness and social isolation as carers. Before we kick off, an extra special welcome to those members who wanted a reminder of tonight's event @Sophia1 @S1304 @Laeticia63 @Determined @Shaz51 👋👋👋

It’s a no brainer that being a carer can sometimes feel very emotionally isolating. Sometimes we have a bit to navigate through in supporting those with complex mental health issues, at times it feels as though time itself does not allow for extra curricular events, hobbies or meet ups.

Tonight we will be focusing on strategies and discussions around how to empower ourselves again, caring for ourselves and fulfilling our own desires whilst also supporting our loved ones ❤️ 

I am going to allow a few minutes for people to settle in and say hello - then we shall kick off with question 1!

[Shaz51]

Hello @Former-Member 

@Sophia1, @Sophie1 @S1304  @Laeticia63  @Determined , @Jay-e , @Mrsjones , @Former-Member , @Former-Member , @Boo13 , @Smc 

[Former-Member]

Hey @Shaz51 ! Welcome. Thanks for tagging fellow forum members 🙂

[Former-Member]

Hello @Former-Member @Shaz51 

[ontheborder]

Hi

we are new to this (forum) but experienced hands with respect caring for a loved one.

ontheborder

[Former-Member]

Hey @Former-Member Welcome! Great to have you here 

[Shaz51]

hello @Former-Member , @ontheborder 

[Former-Member]

Hey there @ontheborder thanks so much for joining tonight's online event. We will start our discussion points soon, feel free to join in or read along 🙂 I hope the chat here tonight is helpful for you 😊

[Former-Member]

Alrighty crew, kicking off with question one 🙂 

@Shaz51 @ontheborder @Former-Member And anyone reading along -

Focusing first on connection. What are some ways you stay connected with others about your role as a carer? For some it may be confiding in a friend, attending support groups (or even our forums!). What provides you comfort in reaching out for support? 💜