Morning good people!!’
Since Grenfel I am much more aware of the long term impact of trauma. So when an old Ally informed me that Alison wanted to come on and talk about respite care for carers I was anxious that she knew what she was letting herself in for.
Hers is a tragic story of love, hope and despair. Her son had an accident, then reacted badly to weed, which was a gateway to crack, mental health and ultimately prison. It is a theme I have returned to many times over the last two decades. “Who cares for the carers?” Many are themselves in need of care. This interview has stayed in my head. In the olden days, we used to regard tears and a special moment. Most likely a memorable piece of radio. I have realised that some people cry easier than others.
She ultimately came on to campaign for more help for careers in today’s budget. I’m not sure she will get what she wants but there is a special interest lace in my heart for people who use their own pain to help other people. As you can see in this clip, I was really anxious about where my questions had taken her and humbled by her generosity.
Do you think the budget was kind and considerate because there are a lot of people struggling out here.
Are you a carer? Is someone caring for you? Have you found respite support? I don’t want you to revisit any pain but if you know or have experienced something then sharing is caring
