For a long time, I was a full time carer for someone with dementia. I believed that if they didn’t have me they would have no one else. Over time this became unmanageable as their symptoms worsened and I eventually prioritised their needs over mine and over my circle of family and friends. This led me to be living in a hotel, with no place to call my own. This has been the biggest challenge I’ve faced.
I am looking forward to finding a property where I can feel freedom, build a new life for myself and feel the ability to breathe. I can’t wait to feel settled and begin again.
Following this experience, I know so many others must be in the same situation, wanting to help someone but not equipped to do so and unable to turn anywhere for support. I want to say how grateful I am, I look forward to supporting others and paying it forward.