8 episodes
Tune in to care Wellways
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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'Tune in to care' is a new podcast following people's individual caring journeys. Five people who take care of loved ones at home will take us on their often challenging caring journey, from when they became a carer for a loved one to the moment they first reached out for help.
The listener will learn how to access support for people who are looking after someone with a disability, a medical condition, mental illness or who is frail due to age. The podcast will give insights into tailored free services that are available and shine a light on a community of people who join forces to make everyone's caring journey just that little bit easier.
The first season of 'Tune in to care' will become available in the second half of 2023.
This podcast is supported by Carer Gateway.
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Bonus episode - where are they now?
In this special bonus episode of Tune in to care, we check in with Mary and Georgie as they reflect on hearing the first 6 episodes of the podcast. For Mary it was hard to hear, but she shares how she found the experience very rewarding. Georgie discusses the benefits of In-Person Peer Support groups as a space for listening, sharing and expressing feelings; and we experience first-hand that life doesn’t always go to plan for carers.
Tune in to reflect on the transformative, emotional and brave achievement of these five carers in sharing their stories.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm -
Pivotal moment
Towards the end of the season, we learn how supports have made the people on this podcast better carers. Lena has learned to speak up to her father and Mary feels like a rock has been lifted off her chest. Whilst their caring responsibilities remain the same, their ways of dealing with them have changed for the better.
Tune in to hear what it means when the caring journey comes to an end.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm -
Discovering help
In this episode the carers share how they discovered there was help out there and which supports made a difference in their lives. While George enjoys when other carers listen to him, young carer Maya has learned to appreciate art.
Tune in to learn more about counselling, art therapy, respite care and peer support groups.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm -
Doubt, Guilt and Stigma
In episode four of Tune in to care, carers Lena, George, Mary, Maya, and Luna discuss their feelings of guilt and doubt, the pressure that comes with doing enough for their loved ones, and the fear of asking for help. They also touch on the stigma attached to being a carer and the lack of understanding from others.
Tune in to learn about carer stigma and finding a safe space to express your feelings without fear of judgment.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm -
Support
In this episode of Tune in to Care the carers share the challenges that come with asking family and friends for help and how a lack of support in their caring role led to isolation and loneliness. Georgie Sawyer, a Peer Facilitator at Wellways Carer Gateway, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of being heard and the role Carer Gateway plays in providing support to carers.
Tune in to hear how access to support can improve your own wellbeing.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm -
More than just a carer
In episode two of Tune in to care, our carers share their experiences of when they first came to the realisation that they are carers. We hear how teenager Maya's new carer role led to a newfound passion to help people in need. For others, this new self-awareness has led to a struggle and loss of identity.
Tune in to learn what carer burnout is and how to counter it.
Show links:
https://www.wellways.org/tune-in-to-care
https://www.wellways.org/carer-gateway-registration
https://www.carergateway.gov.au
Tune in to care is supported by Wellways Carer Gateway.
This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
Customer Reviews
Inspirational
What an inspiration these carers are! Have loved listening to them share their stories!