No one can be fully prepared for becoming a carer. It often happens suddenly – whether a cancer diagnosis, dementia or a disability, it can be incredibly hard as you deal with the emotions involved with looking after someone you love.
This is an issue that affects one in five of us,* with the demands of round-the-clock care often leaving carers unable to work themselves. ‘If you’re looking after someone who needs lots of support, whether that’s personal care, food or cleaning their house, that’s going to impact your ability
