Lucy’s Story
Lucy is a carer for her adult daughter who has mental health issues. In this article, Lucy shares her experiences of being a carer alongside working and participating in the Carers Manchester Lived Experience [...]
Case study: carers’ poetry workshops
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding but tiring. To avoid burnout, it’s important that carers get time to relax and have fun. In the lead-up to Carers Week 2024, we collaborated with [...]
Carers’ poetry collection: A Vibrant Bunch
Throughout May and June 2024, a group of carers attended poetry workshops organised by Create, with Carers Manchester partners African Caribbean Care Group, Manchester Carers Forum, and Gaddum. Led by professional writer and facilitator, [...]
Margaret’s Story
Margaret became a full-time carer after her mother was diagnosed with vascular dementia. Here, she talks about her experience. This film is part of a series that explores the lives of carers in Manchester.
Vanessa’s Story
Carers Manchester Contact Point talk to many parent carers whose children have autism. Vanessa, one of the parents we’ve supported, has agreed to talk about her personal experience, and we thank her for sharing.