11/06/2026
💙 Carers Week 2026 | Supported 💙
For Jayme, caring was a family journey.
As her grandmother's health declined, Jayme supported her mum in caring for her grandmother, experiencing first-hand the challenges, emotions and responsibilities that come with caring for a loved one.
While caring can be difficult, Jayme reflects on how the experience brought their family closer together. Through supporting one another, sharing responsibilities and making precious memories, they found strength in being there for each other during an important chapter of their lives.
When asked what support made the biggest difference, Jayme highlighted the importance of family, guidance and knowing you're not facing the journey alone. Her advice to anyone who has recently become a carer is simple: don't be afraid to ask for help and make sure you look after yourself too.
Although saying goodbye was never easy, Jayme takes comfort in knowing her grandmother passed peacefully, surrounded by the love and care of her family.
This Carers Week, we're recognising the vital role carers play and the impact caring can have on entire families.
By ensuring carers feel recognised, understood, valued and supported, we can continue Building Carer Friendly Community.
Have you supported a loved one on their caring journey? We'd love to hear your story.
