Being a young carer and your emotions
Being a young carer can cause lots of different emotions.
'I probably only realised I was a carer about halfway into Renate’s treatment.'
'It was a tough blow to deal with. Very tough.'
'We talk about absolutely everything now. Nothing’s off the table anymore.'
'I didn’t really consider myself as his carer.'
Grace, 23, shares her experience of caring for her boyfriend after he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.
Looking after a loved one with cancer? This is a safe and supportive place to share your worries and emotions. Please remember when posting that this group is for Carers only.
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