Carers stories
Real-life caring stories from Bristol and South Gloucestershire
Our stories
Louise's story as an adoptive black carer
‘Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself’
BBC Radio Bristol’s ‘Carer Award’ winner – Carina Andrews
"We use art as a tool to create social change, as it is an incredibly powerful way not only to be heard but also to personally process your journey and decide what you wish to share."
Ray and Irene's story
After two years of doctors’ appointments and deteriorating health Irene was finally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. It was then that Ray found out about Carers Support Centre from his GP.
Pat and Georgia
"Carers Support has been absolutely amazing. They helped me get my life back together. I was on my own, I was just struggling to cope on a day-to-day basis and couldn’t go out to work. They've been a lifesaver for me."
A Hospital Carer Liaison Worker’s story
Mrs G was referred via a call to CarersLine, in which she explained that her mother, who has a diagnosis of dementia, was in Bristol Royal Infirmary, having been admitted with suspected pneumonia.
David's story
David* had been referred to both the counselling and befriending services for support as he had become very isolated in his caring role and was struggling to manage his partner's extreme emotions and anxiety.
Cynthia's story
Cynthia cares for her daughter, Sumicka, who has Down's Syndrome